Start the seed germination process indoors. Basil is super sensitive to the cold, so whether you are transplanting seedlings from indoors or have plants in the ground, watch the early spring temperatures and cover if necessary.
Plant the seeds/seedlings in the ground about ¼-inch deep and 10 to 12 inches apart. They should rise to around 12 to 24 inches in altitude. For smaller plants, plant farther apart (approximately 16 to 24 inches).
Remember to lift away the flower heads as soon as they sprout to make sure that the leaves keep rising.
Keep watering the plant as per requirement and the temperature outside. Soil can be fed with manure or cow dung for a long lasting produce.
GROWING REQUIREMENTS
WATERING
Keep soil consistently moist throught the growing season. Give water when the soil is dry to touch. Water the plant on the base and not over the leaves.
PESTS
Some of the pests that attack basil leaves are Japanese Beetles and Soft-Bodied Insects - such as Aphids, Whiteflies etc. The pests can cause white/black spots on the leaves, slim, blotches, yellow leaves or lesions and gray mold.
SOIL
Basil grows well in rich, moist, well-drained loamy soil with a pH of 6 to 7
SPOT
Basil needs 6 to 8 hours of sun everyday. A sunny window sill is the best spot.
TEMPERATURE
Basil is very sensitive to cold and even a slight cold can kill it. Basil likes warmer temperatures over 50°F/10°C. Ideal time to plant would be 2 weeks after the last frost in spring.
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Specifications
In The Box
1000 Seeds
General
Brand
VibeX
Model Name
® VXI-56 Red Rubin Purple Basil(1000 Seeds)
Quantity
1000 per packet
Common Name
® VXI-56 Red Rubin Purple Basil
Suitable For
Indoor, Outdoor
Type of Seed
Herb
Organic
Yes
Uses
Herb
Soil Nutrient Requirements
NPK
Net Quantity
1000 per packet
Additional Features
Other Features
SEED TYPE : Non-Hybrid, Open Pollinated And Non-GMO, SOWING TIME : Throughout The Year, PLANT CHARACTER : Erect And Bushy With Small To Medium Leaves, Rich In Aroma, LEAF CHARACTER : Thick, HARVEST:30-35 Days From Sowing
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