Albahaca

created by Stefan at 02.06.2023

Features

Color

green

glossy

Taste

aromatic

Location

planting: greenhouse

planting: outdoor

planting: raised bed

Heat requirement: high

light: sunny to semi-shady

Planting: windowsill / indoor space

Growth habit

growth habit: half-high

growth habit: bushy

growth habit: upright

Cultivation Break

2 Years

Season Overview

Propagating

Planting

Harvest

J

F

M

A

M

J

A

S

O

N

D

1ST YEAR

FOLLOWING YEARS

Description

The basil is characterized by its decorative shiny green-purple overflowing leaves. Very aromatic! The plant grows tall (90 cm/35.4 in). Fresh on tomatoes, on pizza or as tea. Can also be grown in pots on the balcony or in a bright window.

Non hybrid

Not frost resistant

Growing tips

Germination temperature 18-22°C/64-72°F, germination period 10-12 days. For pre-cultivation from the end of March to June. Sow in seed trays and prick out in clumps or direct sow from June. Light germinator, so do not cover seeds with soil. Further cultivation tips for the basil species.