Ideal for growing on a kitchen windowsill, this variety of Basil has a strong scent and a distinctive flesh flavour This is an essential culinary herb that can also be grown in containers outdoors This is an essential culinary herb that can also be grown in containers outdoors Organic Basil ‘Classico’ 1 packet (250 seeds). This culinary classic herb is ideal for growing on a kitchen windowsill or outdoors in containers. This variety of Basil has a strong scent and distinctive fresh flavour.
Sow basil seed from February to June, or sow throughout the year for indoor cultivation out of season. Sow seed on the surface of free draining seed compost and cover with a light sprinkling of compost or vermiculite. Place in a propagator at a temperature of 15-25C (59-77F) 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 (3in) pots and grow basil plants on in cooler conditions. 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).