Basil ‘Mrihani’

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Basil ‘Mrihani’

Ocimum basilicum

seeds only available to PSW members – limit of 2 packets of this variety

  • heirloom from Zanzibar
  • annual herb to 60cm
  • flavour hints of liquorice
  • green leaves with purple highlights

NOTE: If the price is reduced, the seed has passed its best-by date.
Best-by date, germination rates, and growing information are in “Additional Information”.

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Description

Basil ‘Mrihani’ is an African heirloom from Zanzibar. Annual herb to 60cm tall. Sweet anise/liquorice aroma. The green leaves have purple highlights and wavy, toothed margins. Purple flowers attract beneficial insects. If flowering commences earlier than desired, cut off the flower spikes.

Additional information

Best By

Dec-23

germination rate - current stock

not tested

Packet Quantity

20 seeds

Lifecycle

annual

Sowing Months

September; October; November; December; January; February

Method

raise seedlings

Depth to Sow

3mm

Germination

7-10 days

Distance Apart

40cm

Harvest

70 days