Lemon Basil
Formats
Intense lemony fragrance. A good condiment for fish, salads or poultry. Herbal tea against diarrhoea or constipation. Perfect in pots inside or outside, mandatory in kitchen gardens.
Annual plant. 30-50cm high. Medium-sized bright green leaves. White spike of flowers on top of the branches. Prefers loose, neutral and fresh soils.
Direct sowing in spring. Lightly cover the seeds and maintain the humidity until germination is completed.
Use
Balcony & Courtyard, Culinary, Pest-repelling Plants, Herbs garden, Urban garden, Baskets & Containers, Medicinal
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Flowering
| Flowering period | March, April, May, June, Spring |
|---|---|
| Fragrant | Foliage |
Botanical information
| Common name | OCIMUM BASILICUM CITRIODORUM - Lemon Basil |
|---|---|
| Life cycle | Annual |
When to plant?
| Sowing period | January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December, Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter, All year |
|---|---|
| Harvest period | January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December, Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter, All year |
| Germination (days) | 7-15 |
| Average germination (%) | 70 |
| Seeds per gram | 1.000 |
Where to plant?
| Type of use | Balcony & Courtyard, Culinary, Pest-repelling Plants, Herbs garden, Urban garden, Baskets & Containers, Medicinal |
|---|---|
| Exposure | No preference |
| Soil pH | Neutral |
| Soil type | Loam |
| Soil moisture | Well-drained |
| Climate zone | Temperate areas |
Care
| Watering | Regular |
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