Basil 'Bush Basil' - Ocimum basilicum

The 'Bush Basil' has a compact, branched growth habit, making it ideal for growing in pots. Its 3-4 cm leaves are smaller than those of other varieties and have a fragrant, strong aroma. Its flowers appear relatively late and can also be used in cooking.

Our high-quality organic herb seeds are grown according to the strictest organic standards for a sustainable and healthy harvest.

Details:

Sowing indoors/greenhouse: mid-March to early May
Planting outdoors: mid-May to June
Germination time: 10-20 days at 20-25°C
Sowing depth: 0.3-0.5 cm

Height: approx. 30 cm
Planting distance: 20 x 25 cm
Harvest time: June to mid-September

Soil: loose, humus-rich, permeable
Fertilization: Organic fertilizer
Location: Sun
Water consumption: high, regular

Growing tips:

Basil has quite fine seeds, which can be sown in seed trays starting in March and kept at a temperature of around 20°C. During the germination phase and in the first few weeks after germination, the soil should be watered only moderately to prevent fungal infections. Covering the seed trays with cling film ensures ideal growing conditions.

If basil is planted outdoors, it should be in humus-rich soil, so it should be well-enriched with compost beforehand. Liquid fertilizers or the addition of organic fertilizers are also possible. Regular fertilization with organic fertilizer is also recommended during the growing period. If basil is kept in pots, weekly liquid fertilization is recommended. The soil should never dry out, so it should be watered daily in good weather.

When harvesting, ideally, an entire shoot should be cut after the paired leaves. This creates a strong, bushy plant and reduces stress. After harvesting, new shoots grow back quite quickly, so the next harvest is not long in coming.

A mixed culture with tomatoes or cucumbers, preferably together in one pot, is very beneficial for the basil and should help ward off the whitefly.

Mixed culture:

Good neighbors: marigold, fennel, oregano, parsley, rosemary, or coriander
Bad neighbors: savory, marjoram, lemon balm, mint, sage, thyme

Use:

Meat, pasta, pizza, and tomatoes, especially in Mediterranean dishes, but it shouldn't be cooked with the herbs. Bush basil leaves are slightly harder than Genoese basil, but very similar in flavor. It's therefore well-suited for a classic tomato and mozzarella dish.

Bag contents:

Contents: approx. 1000 grains
Store in a cool, dry place.