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Basil - Lemon
SKU
405RV9C
£7.99
1 In stock
ZESTY AND FRAGRANT, this variety stands out with its unique lemony twist on the classic taste of basil.
Category: Herbs
(Annual)
An upright, bushy annual with aromatic, intensely lemon scented, bright green leaves. Producing attractive spikes of lemon scented, small white flowers in summer. This variety stands out with its unique citrus twist. Its a popular choice in Indonesian and Thai cuisine and works deliciously in fish and poultry dishes.
Planting
Plant in well-drained soil, or in a pot, in full sun on your windowsill, or in a sunny, sheltered position in your garden.
Care
Keep well watered until established, and in dry weather, take care not to over water. Protect from frost, slugs and snails.
Height & Spread
20 – 40cm × 20 – 30cm.
Harvesting
Use scissors or fingertips to pinch off leaves as required. Harvest in the morning, when the essential oils are most concentrated, and avoid taking more than one-third of the leaves at a time.
An upright, bushy annual with aromatic, intensely lemon scented, bright green leaves. Producing attractive spikes of lemon scented, small white flowers in summer. This variety stands out with its unique citrus twist. Its a popular choice in Indonesian and Thai cuisine and works deliciously in fish and poultry dishes.
Planting
Plant in well-drained soil, or in a pot, in full sun on your windowsill, or in a sunny, sheltered position in your garden.
Care
Keep well watered until established, and in dry weather, take care not to over water. Protect from frost, slugs and snails.
Height & Spread
20 – 40cm × 20 – 30cm.
Harvesting
Use scissors or fingertips to pinch off leaves as required. Harvest in the morning, when the essential oils are most concentrated, and avoid taking more than one-third of the leaves at a time.
| Product Name | Basil - Lemon |
|---|---|
| Species | Basil |
| Variety | Lemon |
| Also Known As | Ocimum basilicum citriodorum |
| Planting Time | March - September |
| Best Time to Plant | May |
| Harvest Time | When required |
| Bolting Resistance | Good |
| Hardyness | No |
| Size | 3 x 10cm pot plants |
| Country of Origin | United Kingdom |
| Pack Size | 3 x 10cm plug plants |