On-line Sale Of the Lemon Basil plant, available in the following sizes:

• Vase 14cm, Height: 20/30cm

Generality of the Lemon Basil Plant:

This plant has a smell and a lemon flavor that makes it particularly suitable with fish, salad dressings and sauces. Also excellent for pesto and other preparations based on basil. Originally from India, it is typically used in Italian cuisine and in Asian cuisines in Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos, due to the marked fragrance of its leaves, which depending on the variety can be more or less sweet or pungent. The plant produces numerous light green leaves and intensely scented with lemon. In all respects similar to the normal basil, this type of basil has leaves a little 'more elongated and stands out because it really has the taste of lemon.

Cultivation and Care of the Lemon Basil Plant:

Use a soil composed of professional peat and possibly a small percentage of field soil with good structure. The exposure must be possibly in full sun, to promote the good health of the plant, but also to obtain an aromatic plant rich in essential oils. However, the half-shade is tolerated. Water regularly in spring, in summer during the warmer periods never let the soil dry completely. Fertilize at the time of transplantation with a slow release fertilizer, or alternatively horse stallion, pollen, etc. in winter, if possible, repair from frost.