Basil Classic
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| Crop Remark: | Basil classic is a versatile aromatic herb in the mint family with quality light green silky leaves that meets local and export market requirement. Notable field tolerance to thrips and can survive cold nights. |
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| Growing areas: |
Open fields and greenhouse |
| Seed rate/acre: |
1000 g |
| Approx. seeds/gm: |
500 seeds |
| Spacing: |
10 cm x 40 cm |
| Growth habit: |
Very erect plant with multiple sideshoots |
| Germination Period: |
1- 2 weeks |
| Maturity: |
42 days after sowing |
| Plant Height: |
15 - 20cm |
| Leaf Colour: |
Light green silky leaves with strong smell |
| Foliage Density: |
VDense foliage harvested after every 10 days |
| Yield potential: |
6 - 8 tons / acre |
| Diseases: |
Notable field resistance to downy mildew, fusarium wilt and leaf blight diseases |
| Usage: | Eaten raw, cooked and used in many culinary dishes; salads, soups, stew, slaws |
| Health Benefits: |
Rich in vitamins C & K, anti-inflammatory, improves digestion, lower blood pressure, lower cholesterol level, rich in nutrients; fiber, potassium, carbs |
| Available Pack Sizes: | Kadogo (4g), 10g, 25 g, 50 g, 100g, 250g, 500 g |