A Foglie Di Lattuga

$9.90

AVAILABLE AT FAR EAST FLORA, 555 THOMSON ROAD, SINGAPORE

Lettuce-leaf basil.

This is a vigorous plant with large leaves and a milder taste than Italiano Classico. Use it to  put on a sandwich, wrap a slice of tomato with mozzarella cheese, or on bruschetta. Can be grown in containers. 75-80 days from direct seed.  Sow seeds in a sunny spot when weather has warmed up, or start in a seed box and transplant. For transplants, sow 5-6 seeds in a 10cm pot six weeks before setting out. 8g about 5,600 seeds.

Basil Bolloso Napoletano

$9.90

Latin Name: Ocimum Basilicum

Large basil with blistered leaves. This variety is only found in Naples and is highly prized for it's flavour. Traditionally used to wrap the large leaves around mozzarella balls and drizzled with olive. 8 Grams of seeds.

Sage

$9.90

Latin Name: Salvia Officinalis L.

Perennial shrub with woody stems with long oval shaped green/grey leaves with a velvet like texture. Grows up to 2 - 3 feet tall and can be used fresh or dried. Plant in a partially shaded spot. Spicy aroma commonly used to season meat and pasta. Also used to make tea that has been used to sooth coughs and sore throats. Plant near rosemary, cabbage, and carrots, but keep sage away from cucumbers.