Basil 39;Genovese 39; Duchy Originals Organic Seeds 1 packet (300 seeds)

Essential for authentic Italian cuisine, this sweet basil is one of the most popular varieties, with a strong scent and distinctive fresh flavour. Try growing Basil on the kitchen windowsill or in convenient containers outside the back door. Height: 45cm (18”). Spread: 30cm (12”).Useful links:How to grow herbs  Culinary note: Some parts of these flowers are edible. For more details about edible flowers click here.

Basil 39;Siam Queen 39; 1 packet (100 seeds)

A particularly fragrant selection and a distinct improvement over other Thai Basils. Basil ‘Siam Queen’ has an extra large leaf with an intense liquorice fragrance. The bright green basil leaves make an attractive foil for its purple-red stems which bear violet-pink flowers. Superb as a container plant on the patio or you could try growing basil on the kitchen windowsill and in convenient containers outside the back door. Height: 45cm (18”). Spread: 30cm (12”).Useful links:How to grow herbs  Culinary note: Some parts of these flowers are edible. For more details about edible flowers click here.

Basil 39;Sweet Green 39; 1 packet (400 seeds)

 Customer RatingWith a flavour that tastes of mint and cloves, Basil ‘Sweet Green’ compliments courgette and tomato dishes and is quite legendary in pesto. Large aromatic leaves are produced on neat bushy plants. The fresh basil leaves make a delicious addition to salads and pasta dishes. Height: 45cm (18”). Spread: 40cm (16”).Useful links:How to grow herbs  Culinary note: Some parts of these flowers are edible. For more details about edible flowers click here.

Basil 39;Purple Ruffles 39; 1 packet (150 seeds)

Sweet flavours of aniseed and cinnamon paired with incredible rich colouring make this striking basil an attractive, edible addition to patio containers and borders. The particularly large, shiny, purple-black leaves with jagged, ruffled edges can be used in the kitchen in Italian dishes or for flavouring oils and vinegars. Basil ‘Purple Ruffles’ also requires less sun than it’s cousins making it perfect for semi shaded positions. Height: 45cm (18”). Spread: 45cm (18”).Useful links:How to grow herbs  Culinary note: Some parts of these flowers are edible. For more details about edible flowers click here.

Basil 39;The Spice Boys Collection 39; 1 packet (1500 seeds)

Introducing Basil Cinnamon, Basil Lettuce Leaf, Basil Greek, Basil Purple Delight, Basil Lemon and Basil Ararat better known as The Spice Boys! Individually attractive and unique in appearance - from frilly spice to plain leaved spice. Together they offer a symphony of flavours to tantalise your taste buds in salads, cooking and garnishes. Height: Up to 60cm (24”). Spread: Up to 45cm (18”).Basil ‘Spice Boys’ Collection contains 1 packet each of:Basil lettuce Leaf – Similar in appearance to a frilly- leaf lettuce. Short, robust plants with large leaves and a sweet taste. Basil Cinnamon - Bushy, with a tall habit and a sweet, cinnamon taste with a hint of cloves. Basil Greek - Compact dwarf plants with rounded foliage and a fairly strong flavour with hints of anise and cloves. Basil Purple Delight - Uniform compact plants with dark purple leaves that make a good container plant. Full bodied and sweet yet very spicy in flavour. Basil Lemon - The typical Basil flavour is overshadowed by a wonderful aroma of sweet lemon. Delicious used with fish, peas and selected sweets. Basil Ararat - An old heirloom variety with dark green mottled foliage, seldom offered until recently. A fantastic aromatic, sweet and spicy taste. Useful links:How to grow herbs  Culinary note: Some parts of these flowers are edible. For more details about edible flowers click here.

Basil 39;Genovese 39; Vita Sementi® Italian Seeds 1 packet (4000 seeds)

Essential for authentic Italian cuisine, this sweet basil is one of the most popular varieties, with a strong scent and distinctive fresh flavour. Try growing Basil on the kitchen windowsill or in convenient containers outside the back door. Height: 45cm (18”). Spread: 30cm (12”).Useful links:How to grow herbs  Culinary note: Some parts of these flowers are edible. For more details about edible flowers click here.

Basil 39;Lime 39; 1 packet (400 seeds)

A completely new and exclusive basil with a striking twist of lime! The unique flavour of these aromatic basil leaves is ideal for adding interest to desserts as well as savoury dishes. Superb as a container plant on the patio or you could try growing basil on the kitchen windowsill and in convenient containers outside the back door. Height: 60cm (24”). Spread: 30cm (12”).Useful links:How to grow herbs  Culinary note: Some parts of these flowers are edible. For more details about edible flowers click here.

Basil 39;Aristotle 39; Kew Collection Seeds 1 packet (35 seeds)

Neat, compact mounds of small leaves with a most delicious flavour make Basil ‘Aristotle’ a stunning ornamental, edible pot plant. The aromatic foliage adds flavour to all manner of dishes, particularly Italian recipes. This Greek basil is perfect for growing on the kitchen windowsill or in containers outside the back door. Height: 20cm (8”). Spread: 30cm (12”).Useful links:How to grow herbs  Culinary note: Some parts of these flowers are edible. For more details about edible flowers click here.

Basil 39;Christmas 39; 1 packet (150 seeds)

A wonderful new basil from British breeding of Thai and Genovese crosses. Basil ‘Christmas’ produces large glossy leaves with a unique fruity, mulled-wine aroma associated with Christmas time. The aromatic foliage adds flavour to all manner of dishes, particularly Italian recipes. A profusion of stunning purple flowers makes this herb a decorative, edible pot plant for the kitchen windowsill, the flower border, or for containers outside. Height: 30cm (12”). Spread: 30cm (12”).Useful links:How to grow herbs  Culinary note: Some parts of these flowers are edible. For more details about edible flowers click here.

Basil 39;Large Leaved 39; (Lettuce leaved) 1 packet (250 seeds)

The largest lettuce-leaved basil producing very large, bright green, slightly puckered leaves with a similar taste and aroma to the popular Genovese basil. This large leaved basil makes delicious pesto and adds an aromatic flavour to tomato and egg dishes. Height: 45cm (18"). Spread: 40cm (16").Useful links:How to grow herbs  Culinary note: Some parts of these flowers are edible. For more details about edible flowers click here.

Basil 39;Crimson King 39; 1 packet (150 seeds)

Grow this new British bred Genovese type for a 100% purple leaved Basil with increased vigour, uniformity, and traditional ‘cupped’ leaves. Basil ‘Crimson King’ makes an excellent ornamental edible adding a bright splash of colour to the herb garden, and is ideal grown on the windowsill, or in containers or baskets outdoors in the summer. Height: 45cm (18"). Spread: 30cm (12").Useful links:How to grow herbs  Culinary note: Some parts of these flowers are edible. For more details about edible flowers click here.

Basil 39;Sweet Green 39; Part of the Alan Titchmarsh Collection 1 packet (400 seeds)

 Gardeners' favouriteEssential kitchen ingredientA favourite with gardeners and cooks throughout the world. The pungent, spicy clove-like aroma of Basil' Sweet Green' makes the perfect complement to a number of dishes, especially those containing tomatoes. Height: 45cm (18”). Spread: 40cm (16”).Useful links:How to grow herbs  Culinary note: Some parts of these flowers are edible. For more details about edible flowers click here.