Ocimum basilicum - P11

Description
The Sweet basil (Ocimum basilicum) is a herbaceous plant with a spicy flavour. Its medium green leaves are egg-shaped and wavy. A sunny location and well-drained, nutrient-rich soil are required for optimum growth of the Sweet basil.

Bulletpoints
* spicy in flavour

Leaves
Suitable for consumption. The medium-green, wavy leaves are egg-shaped and have a spicy flavour.

Growth
Shrub-like.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Seed
Sow under glass from March to May. Sowing outdoors from May to June.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Spring to summer.

Tasks
- Harvest: In the period from July to November - Sowing outdoors: From May to June - Sowing under glass: From March to May.

Care
Too much fertiliser harms the aroma of herbs! Herbs are well cared for in planters if they are given herb fertiliser once in spring. When planted out in the garden, a dose of compost at the start of the season is sufficient.

Use
Fresh consumption, sauce/dip, medicinal plant, medit. Cuisine