LaurenKK's Basil, "Large-Leafed Italian" x 10 Under Attack
Plant: Basil (Ocimum basilicum) | Variety: Italian Large Leaf
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LaurenKK's Basil, "Large-Leafed Italian" Care Instructions
Try for a seed spacing of at approx. 0.5 inches (1.27 cm) and sow at a depth of around 0.12 inches (0.3 cm) if planning to sow direct.
Basil 'Italian Large Leaf' normally grows to a mature height of 45.0 cm (that's 1.46 feet imperial) so ensure you have enough space in your garden for this plant.
Your garden has full sun light which is ideal for Basil 'Italian Large Leaf'.
Remember to water moderately.
Your garden's USDA Hardiness Zone (8b) is within the ideal range for Basil 'Italian Large Leaf'. The recommended range is between Zone 4 and 10.
Basil 'Italian Large Leaf' ideally needs a soil ph of 6.0 to 7.5 (acidic to alkaline soil), so check your soil acidity regularily.
Basil problems include Black Spot, so keep a close eye out for any developing symptoms.
More information about Basil, "Large-Leafed Italian" is available in the Folia gardener's wiki. All Basil, "Large-Leafed Italian" Care Instructions have been kindly provided by our members.
Harvest Tally
Milestones
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14 Sep 2011
Under Attack day 160
earwigs?!
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08 Aug 2011
Harvesting day 123
1.0 x handful 0.5 oz
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11 Jun 2011
Potting Up day 65
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08 May 2011
Growing day 31
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22 Apr 2011
Sprouting day 15
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07 Apr 2011
Sown day 0
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