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Lemon Basil

Ocimum basilicum

A sweet and tangy basil with an intensely citrus flavour was saved for generations for its delicious taste and fragrance! Chop and release the perfume aroma Lemon basil with a delicious lemon accent great in a refreshing lemon iced tea.

Germinates in: 5-10 days. First harvest: 40-50 days. Second harvest: around 70 days.

Lemon Basil is a fast-growing basil so make sure to pinch the growing tips when the plant is at least 15 cm (6 inches) tall. This will promote leaf growth and prevent the plant from growing too lanky; If your plant flowers, pinch the flowers off and use them as a garnish! Prefers rich and fertile soil with a minimum of six hours of sunlight each day; When planted alongside tomatoes, basil is said to improve their taste!

Begin harvesting when plant is between 15 cm to 20 cm (6 inches to 8 inches) tall (30 days after planting); To continually harvest, snip the stem just above the point where two large leaves meet; During harvest, make sure to leave at least 10 cm (4 inches) of stem from the base of the plant to allow for a repeat harvest.

Lemon basil is rich source of vitamins A, B6, C and K and minerals such as copper, iron, manganese and magnesium.

Basil’s origins root back to India and other regions of Asia and has been growing there for more than 5,000 years. Basil’s name comes from the Latin word for king, basileias, and was once used to make perfumes, ointments, and medicines for the royal families.

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