{"product_id":"basil-ocimum-basilicum","title":"Basil Ocimum basilicum (Sweet Basil)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOcimum basilicum 'Basilicum Piccolino' (Piccolino Basil)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEmbrace the charm of miniature perfection with \u003ci\u003eOcimum basilicum\u003c\/i\u003e 'Basilicum Piccolino', a delightful dwarf basil variety. This compact powerhouse forms a neat, rounded mound of tiny, intensely aromatic, bright green leaves that pack all the classic sweet basil flavour into a petite package. Perfectly suited for sunny windowsills, small pots, or as an edible border, 'Piccolino' is ideal for fresh garnishes, adding a burst of flavour to individual servings, or for those with limited space who still desire the joy of homegrown herbs.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlant Placement Area:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFull sun:\u003c\/b\u003e Thrives with at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily. This is crucial for dense growth and potent flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWarmth and shelter:\u003c\/b\u003e Prefers warm, stable temperatures and absolute protection from cold winds or frost. It is very sensitive to cold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIdeal for containers:\u003c\/b\u003e Its naturally compact and bushy habit makes it perfect for small pots, window boxes, kitchen windowsills, or as an edging plant in herb gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGood air circulation:\u003c\/b\u003e Appreciates air movement around its foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBenefits:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIntense classic basil flavour:\u003c\/b\u003e Despite its small size, its flavour is robust and aromatic, making it perfect for culinary use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCompact growth:\u003c\/b\u003e Excellent for small spaces, urban gardens, or indoor growing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect for garnishing:\u003c\/b\u003e The small leaves are ideal for sprinkling over dishes or decorating individual plates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eContinuous harvest:\u003c\/b\u003e Regular pinching and harvesting encourage ongoing production of fresh leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEasy to grow:\u003c\/b\u003e A rewarding herb for gardeners of all experience levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWatering Tips:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKeep consistently moist but not soggy:\u003c\/b\u003e Water regularly, especially during warm weather, to keep the soil evenly moist. Piccolino Basil does not like to dry out completely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAvoid overwatering:\u003c\/b\u003e Ensure excellent drainage to prevent root rot. Never let the pot sit in standing water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater at the base:\u003c\/b\u003e Water the soil directly to avoid wetting the foliage excessively, which can help prevent fungal issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUse room-temperature water:\u003c\/b\u003e Cold water can shock the plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare Tips:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePinch regularly:\u003c\/b\u003e To maintain its compact, bushy shape and encourage continuous leaf production, regularly pinch off the tips of stems and any developing flower buds. Flowering can diminish leaf flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRich, well-draining soil:\u003c\/b\u003e Plant in fertile, well-draining potting mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFertilize lightly:\u003c\/b\u003e If grown in pots, feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength every 2-3 weeks during the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWarmth is key:\u003c\/b\u003e Do not expose to temperatures below 10°C (50°F). It is strictly an annual in cooler climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/b\u003e Harvest leaves as needed by pinching off small clusters. Regular harvesting encourages more growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLight Level:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFull Sun:\u003c\/b\u003e Absolutely essential for robust growth, the most intense flavour, and a compact, bushy form. Needs at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAvoid Partial to Deep Shade:\u003c\/b\u003e Will lead to leggy, sparse growth and reduced flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eToxicity:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNon-toxic:\u003c\/b\u003e Like other forms of \u003ci\u003eOcimum basilicum\u003c\/i\u003e, 'Piccolino' basil is safe for human consumption and is generally considered non-toxic to pets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMetafields for Ocimum basilicum 'Basilicum Piccolino'\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlant Characteristics:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eValue:\u003c\/b\u003e Culinary Herb, Aromatic, Dwarf Variety, Compact, Small Leaves, Edible\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eClass:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eValue:\u003c\/b\u003e Herb, Annual (typically), Edible Plant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSuitable Space:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eValue:\u003c\/b\u003e Kitchen Windowsill, Small Pots, Patio Container, Herb Garden Edging, Balcony\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eValue:\u003c\/b\u003e Full Sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTag:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eValue:\u003c\/b\u003e Edible, Culinary, Fragrant, Easy Care, Dwarf, Compact, Garnish, Kitchen Plant, Outdoor Plant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Naz Plant \u0026 Flowers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55606791373178,"sku":null,"price":3.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/7729\/7827\/files\/2_55b8ec74-9558-4b90-a6f4-8f3ef458aa3b.png?v=1752404633","url":"https:\/\/nazplantandflowers.mom\/products\/basil-ocimum-basilicum","provider":"Naz Plant \u0026 Flowers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}