{"product_id":"بذورريحان-ايطالي-قابل-للأكل-عالية-الجودة-high-quality-edible-italian-basil-seeds","title":"Edible Italian Basil Seeds","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Edible Italian Basil at Home\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003e1. About the Plant\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eItalian basil is a well-known aromatic herb with broad, fragrant leaves used in cooking, especially Italian cuisine. It grows easily in gardens or pots and is rich in antioxidants and vitamins.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e2. Step-by-Step Growing Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003ePreparing the Soil\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eUse fertile, well-draining soil rich in organic matter.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eA soil pH of 6.0–7.0 is preferred.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ePrepare the soil and mix in organic fertilizer before planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSowing and Transplanting\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eDirect-sow 0.5 cm deep, spacing plants 20–30 cm apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eReady-grown seedlings can be planted for faster establishment.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWater gently after planting to maintain moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003ePlant Care\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water moderately every 2–3 days, avoiding water pooling around the roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e NPK 12-12-36 fertilizer is recommended to support strong leaf growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pinch growing tips regularly to encourage branching and denser foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove weeds by hand to keep the soil clear.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHarvest\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eBegin picking leaves 30–40 days after planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ePick outer leaves first so the plant can continue producing new growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eHarvest before flowering for the best flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e3. Common Pests and Problems\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAphids:\u003c\/strong\u003e PRIZE insecticide, available at Hedera Garden Store, is recommended for control.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhiteflies:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sea More insecticide is recommended to control their spread.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePowdery mildew:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mycotan fungicide is recommended for control.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArmyworms:\u003c\/strong\u003e Marlon M3 insecticide is recommended to protect the crop.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e4. Additional Growing Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eChoose a sunny location with at least 6 hours of sunlight a day.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eGrow in indoor pots near windows for a regular supply of fresh leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eHarvest regularly to stimulate growth and delay early flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eAvoid overwatering to prevent root rot.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eItalian basil is an easy aromatic herb for home growing, providing fragrant leaves for fresh use in cooking. Appropriate watering, feeding and pest management support a plentiful, long-lasting harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hedera","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49782786720050,"sku":"","price":1.0,"currency_code":"JOD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0794\/7960\/3506\/files\/54_f5c42e2e-711c-40db-a6aa-31463d05c7c5.png?v=1739992157","url":"https:\/\/hederajo.com\/en\/products\/%d8%a8%d8%b0%d9%88%d8%b1%d8%b1%d9%8a%d8%ad%d8%a7%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%8a%d8%b7%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%8a-%d9%82%d8%a7%d8%a8%d9%84-%d9%84%d9%84%d8%a3%d9%83%d9%84-%d8%b9%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%8a%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%ac%d9%88%d8%af%d8%a9-high-quality-edible-italian-basil-seeds","provider":"Hedera","version":"1.0","type":"link"}