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Basil 'Pesto'

This British bred herb is perfectly suited to the UK climate. Basil 'Pesto? is as attractive as it is useful. Its aromatic, glossy green foliage is flushed with purple and supported on purple stems. The pale pink flowers contrast beautifully, attracting bees and other pollinating insects. As the name suggest, this variety has a strong flavour that is well suited to making pesto, as well as flavouring sauces and many other culinary dishes. Grow it in containers outside the kitchen door for a constant supply of tasty basil leaves throughout the summer. Height and spread: 30cm (12).
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  • Supplier: Van Meuwen
  • SKU: 54782
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This British bred herb is perfectly suited to the UK climate. Basil ' Pesto? is as attractive as it is useful. Its aromatic, glossy green foliage is flushed with violet & supported on violet stems. The pale pink flowers contrast beautifully, attracting bees & other pollinating insects. As the name suggest, this variety has a strong flavour that is well suited to making pesto, as well as flavouring sauces & many other culinary dishes. Grow it in containers outside the kitchen door for a constant supply of tasty basil leaves throughout the summer. Height & spread: 30cm (12).

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UK - United Kingdom - An island nation in Europe
Pink - A colour made by combining red and white
Purple - A colour between red and blue. Commonly associated with Cadburys
Summer - The season between Spring and Autumn. Usually the hottest season of the year
strong - A descriptive word for an item that has physical strength
Flavour - The taste of a food product.
Glossy - Something that is smooth and shiny in appearance.

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Van Meuwen
If you are looking to redesign your garden then Van Meuwen should be the first stop for you. Since 1973 Van Meuwen have established themselves as a market leader in supplying horticultural products. Through their website you can purchase flower bulbs and plants, fruit trees, vegetable plants, trees, shrubs, ornamentals and fruit plants. They also sell a wide range of gardening tools such as fertilisers, watering and irrigation products, baskets and containers and harvesting equipment. Their online blog also allows you to get great tips and ideas about how to start growing plants and vegetables in your garden. Due to their extensive knowledge of the horticultural industry they are constantly sourcing new products and ideas that you can't get anywhere else.
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