6 Degrees East Heirloom Sweet Genovese Basil Seeds

(1 customer review)

R32.00

Caprese! Or well, anything else, really, can benefit from the addition of sweet basil! Grow it yourself, with these 6 Degrees East sweet basil seeds. They are heirloom, organically grown (and not chemically treated), and non-GMO – ideal for the organic gardener who knows what’s what, and what’s not!

All 6 Degrees East’s seeds are grown organically in the Highveld, carefully harvested by hand, and these heirlooms have been bred and acclimatised to South African weather, setting you up for your organic food gardening journey’s success!

Description

Botanical name: Ocimum basilicum

Variety: Sweet Genovese basil

Origin: Non-certified organic, non-GMO

Plant type: Annual

When to plant: Spring / summer

Planting position: Full sun

How to sow: Directly into soil or seed trays

Sowing depth: 1/4 cm

Cover seeds: Very lightly

Germination temperature: +15° – 18°

Germination: 7 – 10 days

Space between plants: 25cm

Plant height: +45cm

Ease of growth: Easy

Growth type: Pot or directly into soil

Companions: Tomatoes, peppers, oregano and thyme

Average seed viability: 5 years

Size: + 30 seeds

Packaging: Recyclable biodegradable brown paper envelopes

Grown in SA: Proudly South African

Additional information

Size

30 seeds

Country of Origin

South Africa

Packaging

Recyclable biodegradable brown paper envelopes

Usage Instructions

See product description

Storage Instructions

Store in a cool, dry place.

Disposal Instructions

Home compostable and biodegradable

Allergens

None

Limitations & Warnings

Not suitable for microwaves or hot temperatures. Keep it away from the heat as the main ingredient is bees wax. It will melt if it’s near the oven or on top of the microwave.

Sustainable Choices

Plastic free, zero-waste, vegan, cruelty free, plant-based, natural biodegradable home-compostable materials, reusable and durable, locally grown, DIY, organic.

1 review for 6 Degrees East Heirloom Sweet Genovese Basil Seeds

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  1. Received x6 packets of seeds instead of just one packet.

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