Scarborough Seeds - Cinnamon Basil 600 Seeds - Non GMO - Mosquito Repelling
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Scarborough Seeds
SEEDS GUARANTEED TO GROW
ALL SEEDS ARE FRESH EACH SEASON AND MAINTAINED IN COLD STORAGE TO INSURE FRESHNESS TO YOU
The most important question to ask when buying seed is: Are the seeds good, will they grow? Nothing is worse than putting in all the work to plant a garden and nothing comes up. All Scarborough Seeds are germination tested and are fresh every season. In addition, they are maintained throughout the season in cold storage, which slows the aging process and assures they will still be fresh when you receive them.
They are guaranteed to grow, and we provide planting instructions on every package to help you achieve success with your project.
SCARBOROUGH SEEDS Cinnamon Basil 600 Seeds
Tall, fast-growing plants have distinctive violet stems, veining, and flower bracts with lavender blooms and 2" long leaves. Beautiful in casual flower bouquets. Ht. 26-30". Mosquito repelling, aromatic, flavorful and Spicy
DAYS TO GERMINATION:5-10 days at 65-70°F.
SOWING: Direct seed (recommended): Plant seeds 1/4" deep, 2-3 seeds per inch, in rows 18" apart. Firm the soil over the seeds. Thinning is not necessary, but a final spacing of 4-8" apart produces healthy, full plants.
Transplant: Sow indoors 6 weeks prior to setting out. Plant 1/4" deep and keep at 70°F for best germination. Transplant to the field when seedlings have 3-4 sets of leaves, spacing at 4-8" apart in rows 18" apart.
LIGHT PREFERENCE: Sun.
SOIL REQUIREMENTS: Moderately rich, moist soil. Basil is not drought tolerant and can be damaged by heat stress. Regular moisture throughout the growing season helps to ensure a good crop.
Soil pH: 5.5-6.5
Soil Type: Loam, Sand
Sunlight: Full Sun
Aspect: South-facing
Scientific Name: Ocimum basilicum
Key Points: heirloom Perennial INSECT MOSQUITO REPELLING
Foliage: Semi-evergreen
Life Cycle: Tender Perennial
Common Name: Cinnamon Basil
Brand: Scarborough Seeds
Watering: Medium
Season of Interest: summer/ spring /fall /autumn