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Basil Bonsai Seeds grow compact fine-leaf Greek basil in a neat mound about 15-30cm tall and wide. The small plant is designed for containers, windowsills and compact patios.
View our South Africa Basil Grow Guide for sowing, spacing, care and harvest advice tailored to Basil Bonsai.
Quick Grow Facts
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Plant Type: Herb
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Seed Form: Raw seed. Treatment status is not confirmed; do not eat seed.
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Scientific Name: Ocimum basilicum
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General Sowing Time: Spring to Autumn
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Position: Full sun
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Sow Depth: 0.5 cm (5 mm)
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Spacing: 15 cm
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Germination: 7 to 14 days around 20-23°C in home conditions.
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Days to Harvest: 60 to 90
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Narrative Height and Width: 15-30 cm tall and wide
Why Grow This Variety
- Compact mounded growth suits small spaces.
- Fine leaves can be snipped without chopping.
- Uniform neat growth keeps containers tidy.
- Greek basil flavour suits sauces, salads and pesto.
Garden Uses
Keep Bonsai near the kitchen in a sunny pot or windowsill and snip leaves for salads, tomato dishes, sauces or pesto.
Growing Notes
- Sow during spring to autumn.
- Position plants in full sun.
- Follow the listed 0.5 cm (5 mm) sowing depth and 15 cm spacing.
- Allow 7 to 14 days for germination.
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