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Basil Seeds

by Sarah - February 27th, 2011.
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Sow in a pot and keep some on your kitchen windowsill. Sow a new pot every few days to keep a good flow of it coming!

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Basil 'Aristotle' - 1 packet (35 seeds)

Basil ‘Aristotle’ – 1 packet (35 seeds) £2.69
Neat, compact mounds of small leaves with a most delicious flavour make Basil ‘Aristotle’ a stunning ornamental, edible pot plant. The aromatic foliage adds flavour to all manner of dishes, particularly Italian recipes. This Greek basil is perfect for growing on the kitchen windowsill or in containers outside the back door. Height: 20cm (8”). Spread: 30cm (12”).

Basil 'Christmas' - 1 packet (150 seeds)

Basil ‘Christmas’ – 1 packet (150 seeds) £0.99
A wonderful new basil from British breeding of Thai and Genovese crosses. Basil ‘Christmas’ produces large glossy leaves with a unique fruity, mulled-wine aroma associated with Christmas time. The aromatic foliage adds flavour to all manner of dishes, particularly Italian recipes. A profusion of stunning purple flowers makes this herb a decorative, edible pot plant for the kitchen windowsill, the flower border, or for containers outside. Height: 30cm (12”). Spread: 30cm (12”).

Basil 'Genovese' - Duchy Originals - 1 packet (300 seeds)

Basil ‘Genovese’ – Duchy Originals – 1 packet (300 seeds) £1.99
Essential for authentic Italian cuisine, this sweet basil is one of the most popular varieties, with a strong scent and distinctive fresh flavour. Try growing Basil on the kitchen windowsill or in convenient containers outside the back door. Height: 45cm (18”). Spread: 30cm (12”).

Basil 'Lime' - 1 packet (400 seeds)

Basil ‘Lime’ – 1 packet (400 seeds) £1.99
A completely new and exclusive basil with a striking twist of lime! The unique flavour of these aromatic basil leaves is ideal for adding interest to desserts as well as savoury dishes. Superb as a container plant on the patio or you could try growing basil on the kitchen windowsill and in convenient containers outside the back door. Height: 60cm (24”). Spread: 30cm (12”).

Basil 'Purple Ruffles' - 1 packet (150 seeds)

Basil ‘Purple Ruffles’ – 1 packet (150 seeds) £1.99
Sweet flavours of aniseed and cinnamon paired with incredible rich colouring make this striking basil an attractive, edible addition to patio containers and borders. The particularly large, shiny, purple-black leaves with jagged, ruffled edges can be used in the kitchen in Italian dishes or for flavouring oils and vinegars. Basil ‘Purple Ruffles’ also requires less sun than it’s cousins making it perfect for semi shaded positions. Height: 45cm (18”). Spread: 45cm (18”).

Basil 'Siam Queen' - 1 packet (100 seeds)

Basil ‘Siam Queen’ – 1 packet (100 seeds) £1.99
A particularly fragrant selection and a distinct improvement over other Thai Basils. Basil ‘Siam Queen’ has an extra large leaf with an intense liquorice fragrance. The bright green basil leaves make an attractive foil for its purple-red stems which bear violet-pink flowers. Superb as a container plant on the patio or you could try growing basil on the kitchen windowsill and in convenient containers outside the back door. Height: 45cm (18”). Spread: 30cm (12”).

Basil 'Sweet Green' - 1 packet (400 seeds)

Basil ‘Sweet Green’ – 1 packet (400 seeds) £1.99
With a flavour that tastes of mint and cloves, Basil ‘Sweet Green’ compliments courgette and tomato dishes and is quite legendary in pesto. Large aromatic leaves are produced on neat bushy plants. The fresh basil leaves make a delicious addition to salads and pasta dishes. Height: 45cm (18”). Spread: 40cm (16”).

Basil Basilico Genovese - 1 packet (4000 seeds)

Basil Basilico Genovese – 1 packet (4000 seeds) £2.29
Essential for authentic Italian cuisine, this sweet basil is one of the most popular varieties, with a strong scent and distinctive fresh flavour. Try growing Basil on the kitchen windowsill or in convenient containers outside the back door. Height: 45cm (18”). Spread: 30cm (12”).

Basil The Spice Boys Collection - 1 packet (1500 seeds)

Basil The Spice Boys Collection – 1 packet (1500 seeds) £3.99
Introducing Basil Cinnamon, Basil Lettuce Leaf, Basil Greek, Basil Purple Delight, Basil Lemon and Basil Ararat better known as The Spice Boys! Individually attractive and unique in appearance – from frilly spice to plain leaved spice. Together they offer a symphony of flavours to tantalise your taste buds in salads, cooking and garnishes. Height: Up to 60cm (24”). Spread: Up to 45cm (18”).Basil ‘Spice Boys’ Collection contains 1 packet each of:Basil lettuce Leaf – Similar in appearance to a frilly- leaf lettuce. Short, robust plants with large leaves and a sweet taste. Basil Cinnamon – Bushy, with a tall habit and a sweet, cinnamon taste with a hint of cloves. Basil Greek – Compact dwarf plants with rounded foliage and a fairly strong flavour with hints of anise and cloves. Basil Purple Delight – Uniform compact plants with dark purple leaves that make a good container plant. Full bodied and sweet yet very spicy in flavour. Basil Lemon – The typical Basil flavour is overshadowed by a wonderful aroma of sweet lemon. Delicious used with fish, peas and selected sweets. Basil Ararat – An old heirloom variety with dark green mottled foliage, seldom offered until recently. A fantastic aromatic, sweet and spicy taste.