Last year I had good luck growing basil here at Struan Farm. I started seeds in trays in the warm glasshouse, which worked really well before planting them out. Friends Kris and Bob intervened to help make pesto at the end of the season so the surplus didn't go to waste.
Our local award winning cafe, The Fat Pigeon, has encouraged me to plant heaps again this year for their use. I never know if things are going to grow well or not, so I haven't made any commitments just yet.
But right now things are looking pretty darned good:
I've potted up over 100 seedlings and planted some around the gardens from one seed tray alone, with two more to go. Hopefully they will thrive and grow, fingers crossed. I'm also thinking that I need to keep going with new seed trays to keep the supply at different stages of growth for consistent supply over the summer. Just need more pots!
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