Planting and Growing Ocimum basilicum 'Magic Michael'
| Care difficulty | 3 / 5 |
|---|---|
| Watering schedule | Keep soil consistently moist for steady leafy growth without drought stress |
| Sunlight requirements | Full sun |
| Ideal temperature | Information to be completed |
| Soil type | Loam · Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid · Alkaline · Neutral |
| Soil moisture | Well drained |
| Fertilizing | Nitrogen-rich vegetable feed every two to three weeks in active growth |
| Toxicity | Information to be completed |
How to Water Ocimum basilicum 'Magic Michael'?
Keep soil consistently moist for steady leafy growth without drought stress
Learn more →What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Ocimum basilicum 'Magic Michael'?
Full sun
Learn more →What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for Ocimum basilicum 'Magic Michael'?
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Learn more →What Soil Is Best for Ocimum basilicum 'Magic Michael'?
- Soil type
- Loam · Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
What Are the Moisture Requirements for Ocimum basilicum 'Magic Michael'?
Well drained
Learn more →How to Fertilize Ocimum basilicum 'Magic Michael'?
Nitrogen-rich vegetable feed every two to three weeks in active growth
Learn more →How to Prune Ocimum basilicum 'Magic Michael'?
Pinch out flower heads as they appear to encourage continued leaf growth. If left to flower, cut back after flowering
Learn more →How to Propagate Ocimum basilicum 'Magic Michael'?
Propagate by seed in gentle heat in spring under glass or indoors, or sow in-situ in summer. See sowing seeds indoors for further advice
Learn more →How to Transplant Ocimum basilicum 'Magic Michael'?
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Learn more →How to Care for Ocimum basilicum 'Magic Michael' in Winter?
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Learn more →How to Plant Ocimum basilicum 'Magic Michael'?
Grow as an annual, indoors, in moist but well drained soil in a sheltered position in full sun. Can move outdoors in summer. Best grown in a container. See basil cultivation for more information
Learn more →How to Repot Ocimum basilicum 'Magic Michael'?
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Learn more →How to Harvest Ocimum basilicum 'Magic Michael'?
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Learn more →Common Pests & Diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to powdery mildews
Pests
May be susceptible to aphids or leafhoppers
Explore the plant health library →The Toxicity of Ocimum basilicum 'Magic Michael'
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