Ocimum x 'Dark Opal' (African Blue Basil)
From £9.95
15 items 190633-15 | £31.95 |
Delivery mid May
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When in stock, please allow up to 4-6 weeks for despatch. For bare root roses, fruit & veg bare roots & crowns, potatoes & garlic, please allow up to 2 weeks for despatch.
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Three hugely long-performing container plants, the compact variation of Verbena bonariensis (called 'Lollipop'), purple basil and the ever-flowering alonsoa.
This collection contains:Border Position | Container Garden |
Soil Type | Broad Tolerance |
Scent | Unscented |
Site | Full Sun |
Moisture | Moist but Well-drained |
Height | 75cm (30in) |
Spacing | 20cm (8in) |
Sowing, Seeds, Planting | Space all plants evenly and position for effect depending on the size and shape of your container. Plant plugs slightly proud of the surface in a bright position, use fresh peat-free multipurpose compost and add crocks for drainage. Plant out after the risk of frosts. |
Care Tips | Keep moist until established and apply a liquid feed fortnightly through the summer. Deadhead flowers regularly to encourage repeat flowering all summer long. |
Flowering | July - October |
Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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We don't currently have additional advice on using / growing this particular product on our website, but if you do have a question that isn't answered on this page then please give us a call on 0345 092 0283 and we'll happily chat through any queries you may have, or email us at info@sarahraven.com. Please note all email replies are taking up to 10 working days.
Plant Delivery - When in stock, please allow up to 4-6 weeks for despatch. For bare root roses, fruit & veg bare roots & crowns, potatoes & garlic, please allow up to 2 weeks for despatch.
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Amethyst Pot Collection reviews
Reviewed 5th August 2019 by Helen Long flowering period, vibrant colours |
Reviewed 21st November 2018 by Helen Lovely collections that all flowered for months and months |
Reviewed 16th September 2018 by Mrs Reed The basil and verbena are still looking fabulous but the alonsoa died in June |