{"title":"Basil Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eBasil seeds give you lush, aromatic plants packed with flavour. Simple to grow indoors or outdoors, they thrive in sunshine and provide generous harvests for cooking. Perfect for gardeners wanting a reliable, high‑value herb that delivers fresh leaves all season.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"microgreens-seeds-basil-dark-opal-30310573","title":"Microgreens Seeds Basil 'Dark Opal'","description":"\u003cp\u003eMicrogreen Basil 'Dark Opal' produces vibrant and bright purple shoots, they have a delicious flavour with a slight crunch making them perfect for salads. They provide high levels of nutrients and have a fresh, clean flavour. Harvest and serve straight into your favourite dishes and salads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimple to grow, sow evenly in seed compost or moist kitchen paper, in small containers with a lid. 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