Growing your basil seeds

Sowing seeds

1

Pour multi-purpose compost into a small pot. Gently tamp it level to about 1cm below the rim to leave room for watering.

2

Scatter the seeds onto the surface, spacing them as evenly as possible, and cover them lightly with more compost.

3

Water using a small watering can with a rose, so the seeds are not dislodged. Place in a warm spot and keep the compost just moist.