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Sweet Basil 罗勒 Potted Herbs

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Grow your own Italian garden with Sweet Basil (罗勒) potted herbs! Fresh, fragrant, and easy to grow, these versatile herbs are perfect for adding a burst of flavor to any dish. Shop our selection and enhance your cooking today!

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Product Code: PLANT-PRP00038

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Common name and scientific name	Sweet Basil (Ocimum basilicum)
Growth habit and size	Annual or biennial herbs that grows up to 45-60cm tall.
Foliage, flower color, and texture	Bright green, elliptic leaves with spikes of small, tubular white or pink-tinged flowers arranged in whorls.
Pot Size	Ø15cm x H12.5cm
Overall Height	25-35cm from the base of the pot
Sunlight requirements	Performs best in full sun or partial shade area that receive at least 6 hours of sunlight daily.
Watering needs	Require regular and frequent watering especially during a hot day. Water thoroughly when the soil surface becomes dry.
Soil type and pH requirements	Grow best in well-drained, fertile soil. Basil is one of the plants that will grow in a wide pH range, with a preferred range of 5.5 to 7.5
Feeding and fertilizer needs	Feed with all-purpose organic fertilizer at least once a month to provide essential nutrients for healthy plant growth. It is also recommended to apply fertilizer after harvesting to rejuvenate the plant.
Disease and pest resistance	No serious pest or disease issues. Keep an eye out for aphids, beetles, slugs, snails, and powdery mildews.
Pruning requirements	Pinch out flowerheads as they appear to encourage bushy leaf growth. Trim back after flowering and remove dried and yellowish leaves.