R26.45
Basil is a flavourful herb known for its aromatic leaves and fresh taste, making it a staple in kitchens worldwide. It enhances sauces, soups, marinades, and a variety of dishes, valued equally in home cooking and professional cuisine.
Aromatic, flavourful leaves ideal for a wide range of dishes
Essential herb in Mediterranean and global cuisines
Fast-growing and easy to cultivate from seed
Open-pollinated seeds for reliable growth
Botanical name: Ocimum basilicum
Seed type: Open pollinated
Planting time: Spring, summer
Days to germination: 7–14
Days to maturity: 50–90
Plant depth: 5 mm
Plant spacing: 30 × 30 cm
Plant height: 30–35 cm
Leaf shape: Spoon-shaped
Leaf size: Large
Ideal planting conditions: Full sun
Seeds per gram: ±650
Perfect for sauces, soups, marinades, and a wide variety of fresh or cooked dishes.
AgricultSURE, a South African small-scale farmer developer, joined forces with Laeveld Agrochem for the popular televised Niche Farmers series. Airing since August 2022, the series showcases local up-and-coming farmers using innovative methods for food production. It features diverse farming enterprises, from hydroponic rooftops to greenhouses, highlighting the entrepreneurial spirit of South African farmers.
AgricultSURE and Laeveld Agrochem hope that Niche Farmers will inspire others to start their agri-businesses, promoting a wide range of food production opportunities for universal food security in the country and region. The series also emphasizes the significance of commercial farming and creating jobs in the agricultural industry. AgricultSURE collaborates with small-scale farmers and community gardening projects to implement sustainable projects across the region.
