Herbs 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: |
30 x 10 cm |
| Growth habit: |
Very erect plant with multiple sideshoots |
| Germination Period: |
1 - 2 weeks |
| Plant traits: | Light green silky leaves |
| Maturity: |
45 days after sowing |
| Plant Height: |
15 - 20 cm |
| Leaf Colour: |
Light green silky leaves with strong smell |
| Foliage Density: |
Dense foliage harvested after every 10 days |
| Yield potential: |
6 - 8 tons / acre |
| Disease resistance / tolerance: | Downy Mildew, Fusarium Wilt and Leaf Blight |
| 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 (4 g), 10 g, 25 g, 50 g, 100 g, 250 g |