Basil - Sweet

Each plug contains 2-3 plants

Sweet Basil (Annual)

Bright, fragrant, and incredibly easy to grow, Sweet Basil is a must-have for any kitchen garden. The Genovese variety is famous for its glossy, oval leaves and intense summer aroma. Perfect for making pesto, adding to salads, pasta dishes, or infusing oils, this little plant packs a punch of flavour in every leaf.

Harvest

• When to Pick: Pick leaves once the plant reaches 10cm or taller.

• Encouraging Growth: Harvest regularly to encourage bushy, new growth.

Growing Instructions

• Spacing & Soil: Plant as a bunch, 20cm apart, in well-drained soil.

• Sun & Location: Ideal in full sun on a windowsill, conservatory, or a warm, sunny garden spot.

• Watering: Keep soil moist until established and during dry periods, but avoid waterlogging.

• Temperature: Basil prefers warmth—protect from frost and cold drafts.

• Feeding: Feed lightly if leaves start to yellow.

Top Tips

• Flower Management: Remove flower heads to promote more leafy growth.

• Regular Harvesting: Picking leaves frequently keeps plants productive and bushy.

• Best Flavour: Pinch off leaves in the morning for the strongest aroma and taste.

• Culinary Uses: Use stems and leaves fresh in salads, pasta, or to make your own pesto and infused oils.