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Basil 'Crimson King'

Ocimum basilicum

Half-hardy Annual

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Grow this new British bred Genovese type for a 100% purple leaved Basil with increased vigour, uniformity, and traditional ‘cupped’ leaves. Basil ‘Crimson King’ makes an excellent ornamental edible adding a bright splash of colour to the herb garden, and is ideal grown on the windowsill, or in containers or baskets outdoors in the summer. Height: 45cm (18"). Spread: 30cm (12").

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Culinary note: Some parts of these flowers are edible. For more details about edible flowers click here.

Flowering Period:
July, August
Sowing Months:
February, March, April, May
Position:
full sun
    • 1 packet (150 seeds)

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    • Despatch: Within 2 Days
    • £1.99
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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.
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 using later on, or added to oils and vinegars for extra flavour.

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  1. Good

    By Yanhua Ou 11-08-2012

    I bought this to balance the green colour in my garden. They grew healthily. Easy to grow, recommend to beginners. emailed

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