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Basil 'Basilicious Velvet-Spice' F1 - SeedsOcimum basilicum

Half-hardy Annual

What is Half-Hardy Annual?
A plant that completes its entire life cycle (growth, reproduction, death) in one season.
Can be grown outdoors but requires winter protection from frosts and temperatures below 0C.

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The first mildew resistant purple basil

Attractive deep purple leaves

Strong aroma and flavour

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Basil 'Basilicious Velvet-Spice' F1 - Seeds

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Height Up to 35cm (14in)
Spread Up to 20cm (8in)

Half-hardy Annual

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Say goodbye to powdery mildew on your basil! In our warm, wet summers, mildew can frequently wreck basil plants, but Basil ‘Basilicious Velvet-Spice’ is the first mildew resistant purple basil, combining good looks and good health. The compact plants are great for growing in pots and picking fresh off the patio or use them to edge veg beds. The deep purple leaves look fabulous on the plot and on the plate! Ultimate height: 35cm (14in). Ultimate spread: 20cm (8in).

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1 Packet (100 Seeds) (KH2956)

Sowing
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.
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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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Seeds and garden supplies will normally be delivered within the time period stated against each product as detailed above. Plants, bulbs, corms, tubers, shrubs, trees, potatoes, etc. are delivered at the appropriate time for planting or potting on. Delivery times will be stated on the product page above, or in your order acknowledgement page and email.

Orders for packets of seed incur a delivery charge of £2.99.

Orders which include any other products will incur a delivery charge of £6.99.

Where an order includes both packets of seeds and other products, a maximum delivery charge of £7.99 will apply - regardless of the number of items ordered.

Large Non-standard items may incur a higher, lorry delivery charge. Charges will be calculated at checkout, but an example of the lorry charges are listed below.

  • Red - £9.99.
  • Purple - £2.99.

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For more information on how we send your plants please visit our Helpful Guide on plant sizes.

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