Seed Freaks - Herbs - Basil - Mrs Burns Lemon/Lime

Herbs

Seed Freaks – Herbs – Basil – Mrs Burns Lemon/Lime

$4.20

HERB: BASIL: MRS BURNS LEMON/LIME

(OCIMUM BASILICUM VAR. CITRIODORA)

A drought resistant compact basil with large leaves and a delightful lemon flavour.

Cut back frequently to stimulate growth.

Dries and freezes well.

A Mexican heirloom.

 

WHEN TO PLANT

Cool Climate: SEP – MAR

Temperate: SEP, OCT, NOV, DEC

Sub – Tropical: AUG – MAR

Tropical: ALL YEAR

Arid: SEP – MAR

 

SOIL PREFERENCES

PH 5.5 – 7

Rich, well-drained soil.

GROWING TIPS

Sow in trays indoors5mm deep – transplant 30cm apart.

Keep moist.

Frost tender

Tip: prune regularly and remove flowers.

DAYS TO HARVEST

60 Days

APPROX 200 SEEDS

OPEN POLLINATED SEED 100% TASMANIAN GROWN

GROWN ORGANICALLY

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