Thompson and Morgan Outdoor British Basil Herb Seeds

Bring a burst of aromatic freshness to your garden with the Thompson and Morgan Outdoor British Basil Herb Seeds. It thrives in British summers and is perfect for outdoor growing even in cooler, windier conditions. You'll find sowing is simple, whether you start indoors or outdoors, and the hardy plants reach up to 30cm tall and wide, making them ideal for patio containers, window boxes or sunny borders. Harvest leaves as you need them for culinary delights, and enjoy a long season of flavour by pinching out flowers and following the included growing instructions. Place in a propagator or seal the container inside a polythene bag until after germination, which takes 14-21 days. Keep the compost slightly dry at all times, watering very lightly as seedlings emerge. When they are large enough to handle, transplant seedlings into 7.5cm pots and grow basil plants on in cooler conditions. It is recommended that when all risk of frost has passed, harden basil plants off before planting out in a sheltered sunny position in well-drained, fertile sandy soil; or potting into patio containers, window boxes, or windowsill pots indoors. Water moderately, taking care to avoid splashing the leaves. Harvest basil leaves regularly when required to promote fresh new growth and pinch out any flowers that appear to prolong the harvest period. Culinary note: Basil can be dried or frozen for use later on, or added to oils and vinegars for extra flavour. Product Specifications: Position: Full Sun. Height: Up to 30cm when fully established. Spread: Up to 30cm when fully established. Delivered with growing and care instructions. Images shown are for guidance only of the expected results from plants upon maturity. Different growing conditions might vary results. Image may be included for illustration of supply but can vary due to seasonality changes (e.g. deciduous plants lose leaves in colder months). The pack contains 100 seeds.