& &#38 Basil Basilicious Thai zing F1 1 Packet

Put the zing into your Thai curries with Basil ‘Basilicious Thai-Zing’! A key ingredient in South Asian dishes, Thai basil adds a unique dimension to dishes, imparting a pungent, savoury, mildly peppery flavour with anise and liquorice notes that play perfectly with citrus and chilli. With thicker leaves than the more common Sweet Basil, it stands up better to heat and can be added during the cooking process to infuse dishes with its rich aroma. Thai basil is difficult to find in shops, making Basil ‘Basilicious Thai-Zing’ an exotic and valuable addition to your herb garden. Ultimate height: 35cm (14in). Ultimate spread: 20cm (8in). How to Grow 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 15-25°C (59-77°F) or seal the container inside a polythene bag until germination, which takes 14-21 days. Keep the compost slightly dry at all times, watering very lightly as seedlings emerge. When seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant into 7. 5cm (3in) pots and grow on in cooler conditions. When all risk of frost has passed, harden off before planting out in a sheltered sunny position in well-drained, fertile soil, or pot into patio containers, window boxes, or indoors on a windowsill. Water moderately, avoiding splashing the leaves. Harvest leaves regularly to encourage fresh growth, and pinch out any flowers to prolong the harvest period. Basil can be dried, frozen, or added to oils and vinegars for later use. Images shown are for guidance only and show the expected results of plants upon maturity. Different growing conditions might vary results. Image may be included for illustration of supply but can vary due to seasonality changes (e. g. , deciduous plants lose leaves in colder months). Decorative pots are not supplied. Features: Key ingredient in South Asian cuisine Unique savoury flavour with anise and liquorice notes Less susceptible to downy mildew than Sweet Basil Easy to grow in pots, borders, or indoors Specifications: Dimensions: H:5 x W:5 x D:5 cm Weight: 0.2 kg Model Number: KH3616