With giant large leaves a classic Italian basil traditionally grown around the Naples region. A sweet fragrance with a rich and mellow flavour A good source of Vitamin A and beta-carotene.
When to Sow: Feb - Oct
HOW TO SOW: In Pots - sow into moist compost and cover with a sprinkle of soil or vermiculite. Ideal Temp 15-25°C. Can be transplanted into the groud if required once large enough to handle and after risk of frost has passed, or gown in containers.
Classification: Half Hardy Annual
Group: Herbs
Medium Germination Time: 2-3 Weeks
Harvest Time: Jun - Sep
Site: Full/ Sheltered Sun
Soil Type: Sand/ Loam
Soil Acidity: All Types
Moisture: Well drained
Care: Keep on the dry side ensuring only the soil is watered and not the leaves. Will perform best of grown in a greenhouse.
Use: Edible
Harvest: Pick regularly to promote more growth and pinch out any flowering tips
Days to Maturity: 98 Days
Feed:No special requirements
Height:60cm
Plant Spacing: 2cm
Basil Bolloso Napoletano
110 Seeds per packet Approx
Please note that the majority of our seeds are packed by volume so the number of seeds indicated is an approximation.
We make every effort to provide British seeds where possible, but in some cases our British Growers are unable to grow in sufficient quantities to meet our demand or the seeds are subject to Plant breeders' rights which means it is only possible for us to buy these seeds from certain non UK sources.