Basil is one of the best-loved herbs in Greek gardens and grows quickly from seed. Here are the germination and growing instructions.
When to sow basil
Sow from March to June, once the cold has passed. Indoors you can start in February.
Planting depth
Cover the seeds with 0.5 cm of fine soil. Use a light, rich mix that drains well.
Germination temperature
Ideally 20–25°C. Germination takes 5–10 days. Temperatures below 10°C damage the plant.
Watering
Keep the soil moist, not soggy. Water in the morning at the base of the plant, not on the leaves.
Light and care
It needs at least 6 hours of sun. Transplant when it has 2 pairs of true leaves, 20–30 cm apart. Pinch off the flowers to encourage new leaves.
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