{"product_id":"gusto-basil-ocimum-basilicum","title":"Gusto™ Basil - Ocimum basilicum 'GB03'","description":"\u003cp\u003eGusto Basil (\u003cem\u003eOcimum basilicum\u003c\/em\u003e 'GB03') is a Greek type basil bred by Ozbreed with bold, zesty flavour and a hint of spicy Italian. It grows 35cm to 45cm high and about 40cm wide, and its leaves are generally larger than other Greek basils, so it is quicker to pick and easier to prepare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBold, zesty flavour.\u003c\/strong\u003e A stronger Greek basil with a hint of Italian spice, so it holds its own in cooking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarger leaves.\u003c\/strong\u003e The leaves are generally larger than other Greek basils, which makes harvesting and preparing quicker.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConsistent plants.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is cutting grown for even, strong flavour from plant to plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandles cool weather better.\u003c\/strong\u003e Ozbreed lists a high tolerance to cold, which helps at the edges of the season. Like all basil it is still not frost proof.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile in the kitchen.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Italian hint suits tomato dishes and pasta, and the Greek heritage suits Mediterranean cooking generally.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKitchen garden beds.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 30cm to 40cm apart in full sun to part shade through spring and summer, and into early autumn where the weather stays warm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots and balconies.\u003c\/strong\u003e A pot of 25cm or more holds one plant and keeps fresh leaves beside the kitchen door.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmong tomatoes and vegetables.\u003c\/strong\u003e Basil and tomatoes are natural partners at the table, and a few plants fit easily between vegetable rows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn the kitchen.\u003c\/strong\u003e Use it for creative cooking, Italian dishes and Greek or wider Mediterranean recipes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Gusto Basil in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade, planted in spring and summer. Basil is a warm season herb. In frosty gardens it is grown as an annual: plant out after the last frost and expect it to finish with the first cold snap, even though this selection copes with cool weather better than most. In frost free gardens it lasts for longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Fertile, well drained soil or potting mix suits it. Work compost into the bed before planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the soil moist, but avoid over watering and waterlogged conditions. In spring use a slow release fertiliser or work in compost. Avoid over fertilising, which grows soft, bland leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning and harvest.\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick regularly from the top, taking stems just above a pair of leaves so the plant branches and stays bushy. Pinch out flower buds as they appear to keep the leaves coming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe list Gusto Basil in 140mm pots in packs of 10. Stock comes from Ozbreed's licensed growers and is grown to order at times, so a size can show as backorder. Order it and we confirm timing with you before anything ships.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/edible-plants\"\u003eEdible plants and bush tucker\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/growing-a-successful-fruit-and-vegetable-garden\"\u003eGrowing a successful fruit and vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pots\"\u003ePlants that thrive in pots\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ozbreed\"\u003eSee the full Ozbreed range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is it different from ordinary basil?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a Greek type with a stronger, zestier flavour and a hint of Italian spice, and its leaves are generally larger than other Greek basils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it perennial?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn frost free gardens it can last more than one season. Where frosts occur, grow it as a summer annual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow far apart should I plant it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant 30cm to 40cm apart. It reaches about 40cm wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10) (Backorder)","offer_id":67789648822591,"sku":"OCI-BAS-140MM-P10","price":222.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/gusto-basil-ocimum-basilicum.jpg?v=1792193221","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/gusto-basil-ocimum-basilicum","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}