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Basil ‘Smaragd’
Botanical Name: Ocimum basilicum
Type: Annual

Basil ‘Smaragd’ is a beautifully compact, richly aromatic variety prized for its dense, emerald-green foliage and classic sweet flavour. Its name — Smaragd, meaning “emerald” — reflects the lush, vibrant colour of its leaves. Ideal for culinary use, this variety is perfect for pesto, salads, and fresh garnishes. With a tidy, bushy habit and excellent leaf production, it thrives in pots, windowsills, herb beds, or garden borders.

Plant Details

Type: Annual
Height: 30–40cm
Spread: 25–30cm
Harvest: June – September
Position: Full sun; warm, sheltered spot with well-drained soil

Growing Information

Sow: March – June indoors; transplant outside after frost risk
Germination: 7–14 days at 18–25°C
Transplant: When seedlings have 4–6 true leaves; space 25cm apart
Spacing: 20–25cm
Care: Water regularly, avoid overwatering; pinch out flower buds to prolong leaf production

Why You’ll Love It

Compact, bushy habit ideal for pots and small spaces
Intense aroma and sweet, classic basil flavour
High leaf yield – perfect for pesto and fresh use
Fast-growing and easy to manage

Top Tip

Harvest regularly by pinching out growing tips to encourage bushier growth and delay flowering. Best used fresh – add at the end of cooking for maximum flavour.

Perfect For

Pesto, salads, pasta & fresh garnishes
Herb gardens, windowsills, and containers
Companion planting with tomatoes
Mediterranean & kitchen gardens

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