BASIL. Much better known as Sweet Basil.

BASIL. Much better known as Sweet Basil. Description

BASIL ocimum basilicum Much better known as Sweet Basil. An annual plant with aromatic leaves and a flavour that is described as sweet but slightly peppery. Basil is used extensively in Mediterranean and Greek cooking, blending particularly well with tomato dishes, soups, pasta, risottos and eggs. It also goes well with pork and cheese dishes and is also used for cucumber souring. The dried leaves of Basil are frequently used to flavour salads, cottage cheese, fish, roast meat and sauces. A half-hardy annual, it should be sown under glass in spring for planting out after the frosts have passed, alternatively sow in situ mid to late-May. Basil grows best in a light, moisture-retentive well-drained soil and prefers a sunny but sheltered position. Regular picking of the leaves is advised and either remove the flower buds or cut the leaves before the flower opens, the flavour becomes bitter if the plants are allowed to bloom. Don't take all the leaves, leave a few on the plant and Basil will reward you with a second harvest in the autumn. Originally from India where it was used to cleanse and protect Hindu houses and temples. Detailed growing instructions are on the back of each packet Packet contains: 250 seeds approx. IMMEDIATE DISPATCH FREE UK DELIVERY Design and colouring of packets may occasionally vary. We want you to be happy with your purchase and all our Basil seed is checked and inspected visually before packing. In the unlikely event of a problem please advise us within 48hrs of delivery. Due to the nature of the product we cannot accept any responsibility for failure after planting as pests, disease, poor horticultural practice, extremes of weather and many other factors outside our control all take their toll. Basil seed will only be accepted for return after seller has been informed and given permission. Refunds will be issued when items are received back in saleable condition within 14 days from original dispatch date. Buyer must pay all return charges except where an item has been dispatched in error.