{"product_id":"basil-plant-sweet-italian","title":"Basil Plant 'Sweet Italian'","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarm weather fragrant herb that's fantastic in Italian dishes\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to grow in summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for growing in containers or raised beds as these have good drainage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant these Ocimum basilicum (Sweet Basil) herb plants in pots in your greenhouse to give them a great start to life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEssential for Italian dishes, including making your own pesto; these plants are ideal for homemade pesto as you will need plenty of leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBasil is a highly decorative, aromatic herb whether grown on the windowsill or outside during summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo encourage plant growth, prune to above the second set of leaves. This encourages the plants to start branching, resulting in more leaves for harvest. Every time a branch has 6 to 8 leaves, repeat pruning the branches back to their first set of leaves. After about 6 weeks, pinch off the center shoot to prevent early flowering. If flowers do grow, just cut them off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour Basil plants will require well-drained soil and lots of suns to flourish. They grow to a height of 12 inches (30cm).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTip: If the weather is going to be cold or if a sudden frost is imminent, be sure to harvest your basil beforehand, as the cold temperatures will destroy your plants.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plantroops United Kingdom","offers":[{"title":"3 x Plug Plants \/ Early June Despatch","offer_id":53710443970833,"sku":"10806660","price":43.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 x 1L Plant \/ -","offer_id":53710444003601,"sku":"10805564","price":46.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9853\/0065\/files\/Basil-IH-May-24-14.jpg?v=1782490987","url":"https:\/\/plantroops.co.uk\/products\/basil-plant-sweet-italian","provider":"Plantroops United Kingdom","version":"1.0","type":"link"}