Lime Basil
Lime Basil is a low growing basil with dark green, somewhat narrow leaves. Healthy and harmonious in its growth. The very strong aroma is reminiscent of lime, lemon and bergamot. Goes well with tomatoes and Asiatic dishes but also with fruit salad or jam. Dried leaves make a very recommendable tea.
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Characteristics
Botanical name: Ocimum americanumVegetation period: annualSpecific qualities: germinates in the light, needs much warmthUse of flowers and herbs: Balcony/pots, Herbal tea plant, Scent plant
Origin
Multiplier: Azienda agricola "Sol Ribaldo" / Elia Betrame Cerifications: Demeter
Cultivation
Seed required for direct sowing (g/100m²): 40-50 g/100 m²Seed required for 1000 plants (g): 3-4Seed required for 1000 (ø 10 cm)-pots: 20 gDistance between rows and plants (cm): 30 x 25 cmSowing depth: 0.3-0.5 cmSowing date: indoors from April; planting out from mid May