Basil Plants

Basil Plants

Basil is one of the most popular culinary herbs, loved for its highly aromatic leaves and essential role in fresh Italian cooking. It thrives in warmth and sunshine, making it a perfect choice for small gardens and window boxes, or even a bright kitchen windowsill where you can snip leaves as you cook. Beyond its flavour, basil is an attractive plant in its own right, offering glossy green or purple foliage that adds colour and texture to any space.

It’s also a brilliant addition to mixed containers - try placing pots of herb plants near outdoor seating areas so you can pick a few leaves to garnish your supper straight from the plant. Whether you’re growing it for its beauty, its fragrance or its versatility in the kitchen, basil is a must‑have herb for gardeners of all levels.

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dt-brown VEGETABLE PLANTS Sweet Basil Herb Plants
Sweet Basil Herb Plants
3 x 9cm Potted Plants (LATE) Code: 56360
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Basil Herb Plant Collection
  • 3 x 9cm Potted Plants Code: 60669
  • 6 x 9cm Potted Plants Code: 55015
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dt-brown VEGETABLE PLANTS Bush Basil Herb Plants
Bush Basil Herb Plants
3 x 9cm Potted Plants (LATE) Code: 56361
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dt-brown VEGETABLE PLANTS Purple Basil Herb Plants
Purple Basil Herb Plants
3 x 9cm Potted Plants (LATE) Code: 56362
Sale price £11.95
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Explore Our Basil Plant Collection

Our basil plant collection brings together fragrant, sun‑loving varieties perfect for pots, windowsills and warm garden corners. Basil thrives in bright conditions and well‑drained soil, producing soft, aromatic growth that’s ideal for cooking. When your plants arrive in spring or summer, they’ll settle quickly into a sunny spot, whether indoors or outside.

If you’re growing basil outdoors, it’s worth acclimatising young plants for a few days to help them adjust to cooler temperatures. Once established, basil grows vigorously through the warmer months, offering lush foliage and that unmistakable scent. With classic green basil, colourful varieties and richly flavoured types to choose from, there’s something here for every kitchen garden.

Order Your Basil Plants Online Today

Ordering basil plants online is the easiest way to enjoy a generous, ready‑to‑use supply of fresh leaves all summer long. Regular harvesting encourages bushier growth, helping your plants stay productive and preventing them from running to flower too quickly.

Basil also makes an excellent companion plant, especially alongside tomatoes and other sun‑loving crops. Many gardeners value it for its aromatic qualities, which can help deter pests and may even enhance the flavour of neighbouring plants. Whether you’re growing basil for salads, sauces or summer dishes, our range offers healthy, high‑quality plants ready to thrive in your garden or kitchen.

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