Basil Sweet Large Herb Seeds

A classic sweet basil with broad tender leaves and a smooth aromatic flavour that brings generous freshness to borders containers and kitchen gardens.

 

Basil Sweet Large Sweet is a well loved variety selected for its large soft leaves and clean sweet aroma. Plants form rounded leafy mounds with vibrant green foliage that lifts salads pasta dishes sauces and summer meals while adding a gentle Mediterranean charm to mixed plantings.

 

Its bright colouring and fragrant growth make it ideal for herb beds patio pots and decorative edible displays where both flavour and visual appeal are valued.

 

The pale flowers attract bees and other beneficial insects adding soft movement to the garden while supporting steady leaf production when harvested regularly.

 

This basil thrives in full sun and fertile free draining soil performing reliably in borders raised beds and containers. Its generous leaf size and compact habit allow it to settle comfortably into smaller spaces while still producing abundant leafy growth with a consistently smooth flavour.

 

The dependable performance and aromatic leaves make it an excellent choice for kitchen gardens summer planters and coordinated edible schemes where flavour and presentation work together.

 

Easy to grow and rewarding this variety provides a long season of fragrant leaves from early summer until the first frosts. Its soft sweet flavour and lush growth make it a favourite for gardeners who enjoy high quality herbs and plentiful harvests.

 

Seed Qty Approx 1 gram

 

Sow February to June indoors or outdoors in warm conditions

Germination 7 to 14 days at 18 to 22 C

Soil and Position Fertile free draining soil in full sun

Height and Spread 30 to 45 cm tall 25 to 35 cm spread

Harvesting June to October

 

Sowing Instructions

Sow seeds on the surface of moist free draining compost and cover lightly with a fine layer of compost or vermiculite. Maintain gentle warmth and keep the compost evenly moist until seedlings appear. Transplant young plants into individual pots when large enough to handle. Harden off gradually and plant out after the last frost into warm sunny positions

 

Grow and Maintenance

Water regularly during dry spells and feed lightly to support leafy growth. Pinch out growing tips to encourage bushy plants and remove flower buds if a longer leaf harvest is desired. Provide a sunny sheltered position for the best colour and flavour. Protect young plants from slugs and snails

Uses and Benefits

Large soft leaves with classic sweet basil flavour

Compact plants ideal for borders containers and herb beds

Attractive to bees and beneficial insects

Perfect for salads sauces pasta dishes and summer cooking

Adds ornamental value to edible gardens and patio displays

 

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