{"product_id":"basil-large-sweet-italian-seeds","title":"Basil - Large Sweet Italian seeds","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBasil Large Sweet Italian - 100 Seeds\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Ocimum basilicum)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003eOcimum basilicum, Large Sweet Italian, is a vigorous sweet basil with broad, tender leaves and a rich aroma. Plants grow quickly in warm weather and respond well to frequent picking. Suit garden beds, raised beds, and pots. Give full sun and well-drained soil. Pinch flower buds to keep leaves coming. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003eSOWING GUIDE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eBest time, spring to early summer in temperate zones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eStart indoors in cool regions, transplant after frost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eDepth, sow 3 mm deep, cover lightly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eTemperature, 18 to 25°C for germination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eLight, bright light after emergence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eMoisture, keep evenly moist, avoid waterlogging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eGermination window, 7 to 14 days in warm conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eSpacing, 25 to 30 cm between plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eCare, harvest tips often to encourage bushy growth, and remove flower spikes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003ePLANT DETAILS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eBotanical name: Ocimum basilicum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eVariety, Large Sweet Italian\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eLife cycle: Annual in cool climates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eHeight, 40 to 70 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003ePosition, Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eSoil, Well-drained, moderate fertility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eWater, Moderate, more in hot weather\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eFrost, Tender\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003eHARVEST AND USE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eBegin harvesting once plants reach 15 to 20 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003ePick young leaves for the best flavour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eUse fresh in pesto, salads, and cooked dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Happy Valley Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32359617232986,"sku":"H-B015","price":2.63,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/5416\/2522\/files\/BasilLargeSweetItalian_1.jpg?v=1685072466","url":"https:\/\/www.happyvalleyseeds.com.au\/products\/basil-large-sweet-italian-seeds","provider":"Happy Valley Seeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}