basil seed : 339 results priced between £0.00 and £5.00

HINTS: Experiment with nutritious, health-giving herbs in your kitchen, adding interesting tastes and flavours to hot and cold dishes. Try them in herb vinegars, breads and tisanes, and dry them for use in winter. To dry - gather in sunshine when flowers are just opening. Bunch, and hang upside-down in an airy place or spread out in a very cool oven. When dry, rub coarsely and store in airtight containers.

Neat, compact mounds of small leaves with a most delicious flavour make Basil ‘Aristotle’ a stunning ornamental, edible pot plant. The aromatic foliage adds flavour to all manner of dishes, particularly Italian recipes. This Greek basil is perfect for growing on the kitchen windowsill or in containers outside the back door. Height: 20cm (8”). Spread: 30cm (12”).

Sow in a propagator on a windowsill or thinly in pots or trays in a greenhouse at approximately 10-15°C (50-60°F) using a good quality compost. Cover seeds with 6mm (¼") sieved compost. Grow on, planting out when frost risk has passed 23cm (9") apart (germination 14-21 days). Transplant into 9cm (3") pots for windowsill growing. Can also be sown thinly direct outside at a depth of about 6mm (¼"). Grows best in well drained soil in a sunny position. Do not allow plants to flower if leaves used for...

1200 seeds per packet. Seeds certified organic by the Soil Association. Sow under cover in mid to late spring|Harden off and plant out once the risk of frost has passed. Sowings later in the year can be grown indoors in full light. Continually pinch out growing tips to encourage leafy growth. Use fresh for maximum flavour and health benefits. Grows up to 40cm in height.

Collection includes a stylish small seed tin with 5 packets of seed, detailed sowing instructions and tomato recipe sheet .

A gorgeous enamel cream mug with green detailing. Comes with seeds and soil to grow your own basil first and then it becomes the perfect mug for any keen gardener, or of course, just using whilst lounging around the conservatory! The mug measures 9cm high by 10cm.

Spice up your cooking! A spicy tasting herb, useful for green salads or flavouring egg, fish, meat or tomato dishes. Reputed to be a natural tranquilliser. Half hardy annual. Height 30-45cm (12-18"). Culture: ANNUAL VARIETIES are easily grown from outdoor sowings April-May. TENDER VARIETIES should be sown under glass in March and planted out in May. Both types mature during summer. Sow PERENNIAL VARIETIES outdoors during March-May. These will develop into strong plants by summer of the following...

Annual with larger leaves than Bush Basil. A widely used herb, especially in cooked tomato dishes.Culture: Sow February-March under glass, or in May outdoors. Likes a dryish position, and develops more flavour and scent when grown in poorish soils.

Details Popular herb and an excellent choice for any kitchen garden. Has a mild aniseed flavour and can be used in all manner of dishes. Great in traditional Mediterranean dishes, classic with tomatoes. Sow March - June or all year round indoors, Pick as required, outdoor crops from July onwards Average 750 seeds

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A very popular basil with large sweet leaves. Used in a huge range of mediterranean dishes. An essential for the windowsill.

Seven individual packets of herb seed, all native to the British Isles, which will provide a natural habitat for butterflies, bees and beneficial wildlife in your garden. Packaged in a clear cellophane bag, complete with a postcard designed by illustrator, Hannah McVicar, on which to write your own personal message. An ideal gift.

An attractive Basil Seed Collection of Six different Basil Varieties for superb range of aromas and flavours to grow all year round. These basil varieties are suitable for a vast array of culinary dishes. Grow in beds, borders or containers and all year round on the windowsill. Sow indoors March to April for transplanting or sow outdoors in growing position May to June. Can be sown in pots and grown on a windowsill all year round. Full growing instructions included. The collection includes..Lemon...

Introducing Basil Cinnamon, Basil Lettuce Leaf, Basil Greek, Basil Purple Delight, Basil Lemon and Basil Ararat better known as The Spice Boys! Individually attractive and unique in appearance - from frilly spice to plain leaved spice. Together they offer a symphony of flavours to tantalise your taste buds in salads, cooking and garnishes.<p>Basil lettuce Leaf: Almost in appearance to a frilly- leaf lettuce. Short, robust plants with large leaves which have a sweet taste. Use with tomatoes, olive...

Basil thrives in rich, well drained soil, in a warm sheltered position. Pick the leaves as required, best used fresh. Pinch out the tip of the main stem to encourage bushy growth or prevent plants from flowering

Sow thinly in pots or in a propagator on a windowsill at approximately 10-15°C (50-60°F) using a quality compost. Cover seeds with 6mm (¼") sieved compost. (Germination 14-21 days). For short term use you can grow on the seedlings and harvest leaves as required when plants reach around 10cm (4"). Alternatively, transplant 3 seedlings to a 9cm (3½") pot and grow on on the windowsill or plant out in pots or garden in June. Ready in 12 weeks. Sow: March-May. Harvest: July-October.

Essential for authentic Italian cuisine, this sweet basil is one of the most popular varieties, with a strong scent and distinctive fresh flavour. Try growing Basil on the kitchen windowsill or in convenient containers outside the back door. Height: 45cm (18”). Spread: 30cm (12”).

A native of south East Asia, this has a distinctly liquorice flavour and is as easy to grow as other basils. The purple flowers are an attractive feature of this narrow-leaved strain. Can be grown in pots outdoors or on a windowsill. Worth a place in every herb garden.

Basil is an easy to grow herb with shiny green leaves, it is great for flavouring soups, stews and preserves. These seeds are supplied in a sealed pack to and should once sown should germinate in 2-3 weeks. The perfect way to start your own herb garden. Please also see our other seeds.

The Alps are where we are from, where alpine meadows full of wild flowers, honey bees, cows with bells, the purest air, where cheese is made from the rich milk of alpine cows, salame and hams are made to see us through the winter months and where we grow traditional vegetables which are used to preserve or for simple, warming winter dishes. This is our tradition and we hope you can experience our traditional, alpine varieties for yourself with LEBEN seeds. A large leaf basil for sowing in the spring...

Product Information Tasting like a mixture of mint and cloves it compliments courgettes and is legendary in tomato and pasta dishes. Use fresh or dried in salads, casseroles and vinegars. Insect repellent and companion plant for tomatoes. Companion Plant: Reputed to improve Sowing time: Late winter to SpringSeed Quantity Per Pack: 400 Key Features Delivery Lead Time: Average delivery time: 48hrs

Product Details Delivery Info Reviews Basils are a favourite with cooks and gardeners world- wide. Now you can try a completely new and exclusive basil with a striking twist of lime. The development of this unique flavour adds interest to desserts as well as savoury dishes. Sow seeds from late winter to spring 1.5mm (1/16in) deep in good seed compost. Germination usually takes 14-21 days at 21-24C (70-75F). Transplant when large enough to handle into 8cm (3in) pots. Later harden off and plant...

Deep purple leaves and stems make a colourful alternative to the common green basil in a wide range of dishes, including salads, pasta, pizza and tomato dishes. Highly ornamental in the herb garden, flower garden or in a pot on the windowsill. Hints and Tips: Experiment with nutritious, health-giving herbs in your kitchen, adding interesting tastes and flavours to hot and cold dishes. Try them in herb vinegars, breads and tisanes, and dry them for use in winter. To dry - gather in sunshine when flowers...

In Crete they grow all their tomatoes, aubergines and peppers surrounded by basil for this reason and swear they double their crop. To extend your basil season when the evenings get cold, dig up your plants, pot them up and bring them indoors.

Sow thinly in a 9cm (3.5") pot on a windowsill or trays in agreenhouse at approximately 10-15°C (50-60°F) using qualitycompost. Cover seeds with 6mm (¼) sieved compost. (Germination 14-21 days.) Grow on in pots and begin to use leaves when plants some 15cm (6") tall. Sow every 3-4 weeks for succession. Alternatively grow on to plant or sow outside in containers/borders 23cm (9") apart. Sowing: March-June. Harvest: July-October. Cropping: 12-14 weeks.

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S: All year round (I) H: All year round. The traditional ingredient for oriental and Thai dishes. 300 seeds

Product Details Delivery Info Reviews Tasting like a mixture of mint and cloves it compliments courgettes and is legendary in tomato and pasta dishes. Use Basil Sweet Green fresh or dried in salads, casseroles and vinegars. Insect repellent and companion plant for tomatoes. Companion Plant: Reputed to improve the growth and flavour of tomatoes, and keep most insects and bugs off most of your vegetables. Diluted crushed leaves make an effective organic insecticide. Sow seeds from late winter to...

Bush Basil is a wonderfully useful herb. Not only is it deliciously aromatic, but its clove scented leaves also help to protect other plants from aphids and bring in beneficial pollinators. Try growing it next to your tomatoes. It is invaluable in the kitchen - useful in tomato, cheese and vegetable dishes, salads and pizzas. It's also the main ingredient in pesto. Have a go at making your own - you won't look back. Or try infusing it in olive oil for a delicious drizzle What you need to know...

Very showy annual plant with aromatic dark-purple leaves and pink flowers. Fresh leaves can be used as a seasoning to cucumber souring, and dried leaves in salads, sauces, casseroles, roast meat and fish.

Sow in a propagator on a windowsill or thinly in pots in a greenhouse/indoors at approximately 20-25°C (68-77°F) using a good quality compost. Cover seeds with 6mm (¼") sieved compost. Grow on, transplanting to 9cm (3½") pots. May also be planted out in a raised bed when frost risk has passed 25cm (10") apart. Germination 5-7 days. Can also be sown thinly direct outside at a depth of about 6mm (¼"). Grows best in well drained soil in a sunny position. Sowing: March-June. Harvest: June-October. Cropping...

A delicious herb, producing large, lush, oval shaped, slightly puckered leaves with a good strong flavour. Hints and Tips: Experiment with nutritious, health-giving herbs in your kitchen, adding interesting tastes and flavours to hot and cold dishes. Try them in herb vinegars, breads and tisanes, and dry them for use in winter. To dry - gather in sunshine when flowers are just opening. Bunch, and hang upside-down in an airy place or spread out in a very cool oven. When dry, rub coarsely and store...

This is the Mediterranean Herb Mat - just roll it out on some multi-purpose compost, water it and watch this selection of herbs grow, there's 2 rows of each; Red Basil Green Basil Savory Oregano The Mat is 24" x 18" in area, and can be use in a container, or on a bag of compost. Easy germination Fast Growing No weeding Organic bio-paper These are so easy, you'll never go back to packets of seeds again!

Sow in soiless compost in trays or small pots from April and maintain at a temperature of 25°C, cover with glass until germination takes place. Prick off into small pots when large enough to handle and reduce temperature to 20°C.May be planted outside but not before mid-June.