Description
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Supplier introduction
Basil Seedlings Care Guide
（羅勒幼苗照顧指南）
1. Germination (5–10 days after sowing)
Temp: 20–25°C (68–77°F)
Light: Bright indirect light; avoid direct sun until true leaves appear.
Moisture: Keep soil evenly moist (not soggy); use spray bottle or bottom-water.
Cover: Remove dome/lid once 50% seeds sprout to prevent damping-off.
2. First True Leaves (2–3 weeks)
Thinning: Keep strongest seedling per cell/pot; space 3–4 cm (1.5 in) apart.
Light: Move to 6+ hours direct sun or under grow light (15 cm / 6 in above seedlings).
Water: Let top 1 cm soil dry between waterings.
3. Transplanting (4–6 weeks, 4–6 true leaves)
Height: 8–10 cm (3–4 in) tall.
Hardening Off: 7–10 days gradual outdoor exposure (start 1–2 hrs shade).
Spacing: 20–30 cm (8–12 in) in garden; 15 cm in pots ≥20 cm deep.
4. Early Care Tips
Pinch: At 15 cm (6 in), snip top 1–2 cm to encourage bushiness.
Fertilizer: Start half-strength liquid feed (e.g., 10-10-10) every 2 weeks after 4 true leaves.
Pests: Watch for aphids; rinse with water or use 1% soap spray.
Quick Checklist
☑ Warm & bright spot
☑ Moist but not waterlogged
☑ Pinch early for fuller plants
☑ Transplant before roots circle pot
Your basil seedlings will be harvest-ready ~30 days after transplant!
Mindful Garden
🌱 Supplier introduction:
The story of our original intention started from the poisonous vegetable incident many years ago!
The farm hopes to promote organic farming and green living, and we believe that "if there is a tomorrow, it must be green!" Through the Green Living Expert, our team will teach the methods of organic planting and reproduction, and encourage them to practice green life, combine online and offline courses, and bring planting culture into every family, thereby influencing the next generation to build a greener earth.
The purpose of the planting ~ It can be seen and healed, and at the same time, it can consume food waste, reduce pollution to the earth, and eat the freshest fruits and vegetables.
Herbal Series:
☘️ Edible flowers: fresh in boxes, potted plants, scented tea, edible dried flowers
☘️ Herbs series: either dried, boxed fresh, potted
☘️ edible wild vegetables series (human/tortoise/parrot/lizard): boxed fresh, potted plants, re-used pots (再生盆)
Note:
As for the potted plants of ornamental flowers and edible flowers, most of them need the cooperation of temperature, sunlight and fertilizer. Most places in the city are not suitable for planting, unless there are rooftops and village houses with open sun. Not every family is suitable for planting. If you want to increase the survival rate, you can consider violets and orchids as ornamental flowers that are slightly suitable for urban planting.
Basil Cultivation Guide
1. Variety Selection
Sweet Basil: Most common, suitable for Italian cuisine.
Thai Basil: Heat-resistant, suitable for Asian cuisine.
Purple Basil: Highly ornamental, with a strong flavor.
2. Planting Time
Sowing Period: Spring (March-May), when temperatures are consistently above 15°C.
Harvest Period: 60-90 days after sowing.
3. Soil & Container
Soil: Well-drained, organic-rich sandy loam (pH 6.0-7.5).
Container: A pot at least 20cm deep with drainage holes at the bottom.
4. Planting Steps
Soaking Seeds: Soak seeds in warm water for 4-6 hours.
Sowing: Sow seeds on the surface, lightly cover with 0.5cm of fine soil, and keep moist.
Germination: Place in a well-ventilated area at 20-25°C; germination takes 5-10 days.
Thinning: When seedlings reach 5cm in height, maintain a spacing of 10-15cm.
5. Light & Temperature
Light: 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Temperature: Optimal growth temperature 20-30°C; avoid temperatures below 10°C.
6. Watering & Fertilizing
Watering: Water only when the soil surface is completely dry; avoid waterlogging.
Fertilizing: Apply diluted liquid fertilizer (balanced NPK) every 2 weeks.
7. Pruning & Harvesting
Pinching: Pinch the top when seedlings reach 15cm in height to encourage branching.
Harvesting: When leaves reach 5-8cm, cut from the top, retaining 2-3 pairs of leaves. 8. Common Issues
Leaf blight: Caused by poor ventilation. Remove diseased leaves and spray with an organic fungicide.
Aphids: Spray with soapy water (1:100) to repel them.
9. Indoor Tips
Growth light: Use full-spectrum LEDs (12 hours daily) in winter.
Ventilation: Open windows for 1-2 hours daily to prevent mold.
Note: Basil prefers warm and humid conditions. Provide 30% shade during the hot summer months and move it indoors for warmth during winter.
