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* Thrysiflora basil (''Ocimum basilicum var.'' "Saga") | * Thrysiflora basil (''Ocimum basilicum var.'' "Saga") | ||
== Growing sweet basil == | == Growing sweet basil == | ||
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Decide whether you want to grow it from seed (the seeds germinate in about two to three days) or from cuttings taken from firm wood stems of existing basil plants. If using seed, be aware that sweet basil seeds can remain viable for several years if stored in a cool, dry place away from direct light. | Decide whether you want to grow it from seed (the seeds germinate in about two to three days) or from cuttings taken from firm wood stems of existing basil plants. If using seed, be aware that sweet basil seeds can remain viable for several years if stored in a cool, dry place away from direct light. | ||
== Harvesting basil == | == Harvesting basil == | ||
To keep basil producing more wonderful leaves for your cuisine, snip off the blooms regularly. Make this a part of the harvesting schedule. The first harvest should be possible around four to six weeks after transplanting or six to eight weeks after sowing seeds. Prune when harvesting to remove the blooms and you should get successive harvests every few weeks. | To keep basil producing more wonderful leaves for your cuisine, snip off the blooms regularly. Make this a part of the harvesting schedule. The first harvest should be possible around four to six weeks after transplanting or six to eight weeks after sowing seeds. Prune when harvesting to remove the blooms and you should get successive harvests every few weeks. | ||
The best part of the basil plant is found at its top. The four leaves right at the top are the choicest. Even better, don't be afraid to remove it when it's ready as this will motivate the plant to produce more! | The best part of the basil plant is found at its top. The four leaves right at the top are the choicest. Even better, don't be afraid to remove it when it's ready as this will motivate the plant to produce more! | ||
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* Salting: whole leaves | * Salting: whole leaves | ||
* Liquid options: vinegar, oil, alcohol, water (freezing), jellies | * Liquid options: vinegar, oil, alcohol, water (freezing), jellies | ||
* Pastes: oil, butter, pesto, ice cubes | * Pastes: oil, butter, pesto, ice cubes | ||
== Basil in other languages == | == Basil in other languages == |