Basil – Kitchen Blend ~60 Seeds Basil Kitchen Blend is a fragrant and versatile mix of classic basil varieties selected specifically for culinary use, delivering a range of flavours and leaf colours all in one. Whether you’re whipping up fresh pesto, chopping into salads, layering into sandwiches, or garnishing pizzas, this blend brings bright, aromatic basil goodness to your kitchen all season long. The mix typically includes sweet, Genovese, and other basil types with tender, glossy leaves that are rich in essential oils and flavour. Easy to grow in garden beds, containers, or herb gardens, Kitchen Blend basil thrives in warm weather and full sun, rewarding you with abundant, harvest‑ready leaves that keep coming as long as you keep picking. A must‑have for home cooks and gardeners alike, this basil blend brings freshness, fragrance, and a bounty of flavour straight from your garden to your table. Attracts bees and pollinators Ideal for culinary use Aromatic foliage Continuous harvest with regular picking Great for containers and herb gardens Fast‑growing annual Plant Details Scientific Name: Ocimum basilicum (blend) Life Cycle: Annual Seed Type: Open Pollinated Light Requirements: Full sun Plant Height: 12–24 in / 30–60 cm Seed Depth: ¼ in / 6 mm Spacing: 8–12 in / 20–30 cm Bloom Time: Summer (leaf harvest period) Days to Maturity: 50–60 days Edible / Toxic: Edible Germination: 7–14 days at 21–26 °C (70–80 °F) Growing Instructions Direct sow outdoors after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed, or start indoors 4–6 weeks before your last frost date. Sow seeds about ¼ inch (6 mm) deep in well‑drained soil and keep evenly moist until germination. Basil loves warmth and full sun, so choose a sunny site or a bright windowsill for containers. Thin or transplant seedlings to 8–12 in (20–30 cm) spacing to allow good airflow. Regular harvesting of leaves encourages bushier growth and more abundant flavour; pinch off flower buds to extend leaf production throughout the season. FAQ Q: Can I grow Kitchen Blend basil in pots?A: Yes — its compact size and abundant leaf production make it ideal for containers, patios, and herb gardens. Q: How do I get the most flavour from my basil?A: Harvest leaves regularly and pinch off flowers to keep the plant focused on producing delicious, aromatic foliage.
