Italian Basil Herb Seeds – Classic Sweet Basil for Cooking (UK)

Italian Basil is a classic culinary herb producing large, aromatic green leaves with a sweet, rich flavour. Easy to grow and highly productive, it’s ideal for UK kitchens, greenhouses, windowsills, and summer herb gardens.

Why Grow Italian Basil?

Large, fragrant green leaves

Classic sweet basil flavour

Essential herb for Italian cooking

Ideal for pots, windowsills, and gardens

Fast-growing and easy to harvest

Perfect for pesto, salads, and sauces

How to Sow Basil Seeds (UK Guide)

Sowing time: March–July indoors

Where: Pots or seed trays under cover

Seed depth: Lightly cover

Germination: 7–14 days

Temperature: 18–22°C

Growing Instructions

Grow in warm, bright conditions

Protect from cold and frost

Grow in pots, greenhouses, or sheltered outdoor spots

Water regularly but avoid waterlogging

Pinch out growing tips to encourage bushy growth

Harvesting & Use

Harvest period: Late spring to autumn

Pick leaves regularly to encourage new growth

Use fresh for best flavour

Excellent for pesto, sauces, salads, and garnishes

Product Details

Variety: Italian Basil

Plant type: Tender annual herb

Leaf colour: Green

Approx. seed count: (750 seeds)

Growing location: Pots, windowsills, greenhouses

Difficulty level: Easy

Suitable for: UK growing conditions under cover

Why Buy from Curriott Hill Nursery

Seeds selected for reliable UK performance

Small-batch, quality-focused nursery

Fast UK dispatch

Ideal for beginner and experienced growers