The Highlights
- Compact growth–only grows to 45cm tall
- Softer, sweeter basil flavour
- Perfect for Italian dishes
- Fresh Basil whenever you need it
- Cut what you need and the plant grows more
The Highlights
- Compact growth–only grows to 45cm tall
- Softer, sweeter basil flavour
- Perfect for Italian dishes
- Fresh Basil whenever you need it
- Cut what you need and the plant grows more
Care Guide
Good Pest and Disease Resistance
Basil can suffer from aphids and slugs and snails. For aphids, you can control infestations by spraying the plant down with soapy water or planting something such as Marigolds nearby that will attract predatory insects such as ladybirds. For Slugs and Snails, it is important to keep the area around the plant debris free and as dry as possible, especially at night as slugs and snails love damp conditions. You can use barriers such as egg shells or copper wire to surround the plant to prevent slugs and snails reaching the leaves.
Water Often
Full Sun in a Sheltered Position
Full Sun in a Sheltered Position
Basil needs at least 6-8 hours of full sunshine every day and will grow well in a sheltered position away from chilling winds.
Well-Draining
A good-mix to use is three parts quality compost to one part topsoil.
Not required
Don't worry, you food bills won't be going up! This plant requires no feeding. https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0513/3428/3424/files/pruning_3x_4d3eaf73-f629-45e0-87a5-6f14f5f005fc.png
For more care tips and ideas visit our Knowledge page
Planting Calendar
- Best time to plant
- Harvest
- Flower
