Basil seeds Ocimum basilicum genovese

Basil leaves are used fresh or dried as a spice for flavoring meat, cheese, sauces, soups, salads and more. Apart from being an indispensable spice in cooking, basil is also a medicinal herb. It has analgesic, anti-inflammatory and antiseptic action. Keep in mind that it is also considered a good solution against annoying mosquitoes - the basil pot repels them.
Sowing time:

• It is good to sow basil seeds inside in March, and in the herb garden in the yard you can sow them after there is no danger of cold.
• If sowing is done in open fields, an important indicator is the soil temperature. When it stays above 12°C at a depth of 6-8 cm, sowing can be started.

Planting time:

• The seedlings are usually ready for planting 35-50 days after germination.This usually happens after May 10-15 or when the danger of frost decreases, it is planted in a permanent place.