Packet Content (approx) 700 (1g)

Herb Basil Aton an excellent Genovese type, with dark green, smooth, dome shaped leaves that have an attractive shine. Suitable for both cutting and container use.

• 1 gram is sufficient for 40 9cm pots.

You'll find that the Aton basil variety produces plants suitable for both cutting and container use and the leaves have an attractive shiny finish. Sow these basil Aton seeds on a warm windowsill in late spring and keep them in a sunny spot - outside during the summer only - for a supply of fresh leaves for cooking and kitchen use pinching out the tops of basil plants helps

ANNUAL VARIETIES are easily grown from outdoor sowings April-May.

TENDER VARIETIES should be sown under glass in March and planted out in May. Both types mature during summer.

Sow PERENNIAL VARIETIES outdoors during March-May.

These will develop into strong plants by summer of the following year, and will thrive for many years.

Harvest July-October.

Suitable for the garden, allotments and containers.

Be prepared to water well and supplement feed with high-potash feed during season. Regular feeding is recommended.