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McGregor's

McGregor's Herb Sweet Basil Seed

$3.76

SKU M6420
  • McGregor's Herb Sweet Basil Seed
  • Very aromatic, bushy annual herb with branching stems and light green, oval leaves
  • It is great for pesto and a perfect complement for fish dishes
  • Cut leaves anytime for fresh use
  • For drying, pick leaves as flowers
  • Pack contains approx. 150 seeds

How to Sow:
Choose a well-drained site in full sun/part shade. Sow these seeds in trays for subsequent transplanting or, after frosts, sow directly in a well prepared seedbed. In trays sprinkle seeds on soil surface. When large enough, thin or transplant them to 25 cm apart. When planted directly in seedbed cover to depth of 1 cm.
Seedling Care:
Keep trays or seedbed evenly moist during the germination period of 7-10 days. Apply vegetable fertilisers two weeks after germination for healthier plants and a maximum crop. Protect your seedlings from slugs, snails and insect pests; go to mcgregors.co.nz for appropriate plant health and pest control products.
Hints and Tips:
Cut leaves any time for fresh use. For drying, pick leaves as flowers begin to open.

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