Description
Herb Basil Dwarf Greek
Herb Basil Dwarf Greek. A popular dwarf basil, usually only growing about 6-8 inches high and highly prized in the kitchen. It has much smaller leaves with more intense flavour than a typical basil plant as well. Perfect for container growing due to its small size.
Cultivation Advice Herb Basil Dwarf Greek
Sow in a location with full sun (or Partial Shade) outdoors after all danger of frost and when it is warm.
Basil can be planted outside from early-spring through mid-summer.
For earlier plants or out of season, start seeds indoors and set plants outside when it is warm, after all danger of frost.
Cover seed with 1/16 to 1/8 inch fine soil.
Keep soil moderately moist during germination.
Thin or transplant when at least 2 inches tall to approximately 10-12 inches apart.
Indoors, transplant seedlings to individual pots and set plants outside when it is warm and after all danger of frost.
Harvest leaves continually to encourage new growth.
Use pruned leaves or harvested plants fresh or dry them in a warm, airy place.
If you practice companion planting, plant basil near tomatoes and peppers to enhance their growth.
Days to Germination: 7-21
Days To Harvest: 60
Planting Depth: 1/16-1/8 inch (not very deep)
Spacing, Row: 12-18 inches
Spacing, Plant:10-12 inches
Light: Full Sun (or Partial Shade)
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