Seed no. 1376B
Basil, 'Fino Verde'
£2.25
In stock · approx. 240 seeds per packet
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Year at a glance
Sow
Germination
Can be sown year round for indoor cultivation. For outdoor cultivation sow Feb-Jun. Sow seed on the surface of free draining seed compost. Cover with a light sprinkling of vermiculite or compost. Propagate 15-25°C. Germination takes 14-21 days. Compost should be very lightly watered as prone to powdery mildew if too moist. When large enough to handle transplant to 8cm pots and grow on in cooler conditions. Acclimatise and plant out after danger of frost has passed.
Growing
Easy to grow. Prefers a well-drained sandy soil and sunny position. Water moderately at root level, avoid splashing leaves.
Cultivation
Harvest basil leaves regularly when required to promote new growth. Pinch out any flowers as soon as they appear to prolong the harvest period.
| Genus | Basil |
|---|---|
| Species | 'Fino Verde' |
| Family | Vegetable/Herb |
| Seed number | 1376B |
| Hardiness | Half hardy |
| Life cycle | Annual |
| Position | Full sun, Sheltered |
| Soil type | Sandy, Loam |
| Soil acidity | Alkaline, Neutral, Acid |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Height | 1.6m |
| Sow | Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec |
| Seeds per packet | 240 |
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