Lemon Basil (Ocimum basilicum)
Basil with a hint of lemon!
MAINTENANCE AND OTHER CONSIDERATIONS Pinch the terminal shoots of the basil regularly to prevent early bolting.
A refreshing twist on classic basil. Add a lemony kick to your favorite salads and dishes. Lemon basil is best used raw or at the very end of cooking to retain its flavor as much as possible.
| Characteristic: Aromatic |
| Quantity: Envelope of about 150 seeds |
| Plant type: Annual |
| Family: Lamiaceae |
| Color: Green |
| Plantation: In the garden after the risk of frost |
| Sowing: Inside |
| Row spacing: 30 cm |
| Days to maturity: 75 days |
| Germination: 5 to 20 days |
| Plant spacing: 25 cm |
| Depth: On the surface |
| Exposure: Full sun |
| Watering: Regular |
| Soil: Rich |
| Shape: Bushy |
| Width: 25 cm to 30 cm |
| Height: 30 cm to 40 cm |
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