{"product_id":"basil-the-kitchen-minis-bonsai-ocimum-basilicum-greek-basil","title":"Basil The Kitchen Minis™ Bonsai | Ocimum Basilicum | Compact Greek Basil","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBasil The Kitchen Minis™ Bonsai | Ocimum basilicum | Compact Greek Basil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Kitchen Minis™ Bonsai is an exceptionally compact, fine-leaf Greek basil created especially for growing in small pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e It forms a neat, rounded mound of tiny aromatic green leaves and reaches only \u003cstrong\u003e15–30 cm in height and width\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it an excellent choice for sunny windowsills, kitchen counters, balconies and small-space gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe small leaves are one of the biggest advantages of Bonsai – \u003cstrong\u003ethere is no need to chop them before use\u003c\/strong\u003e. Simply pick the tiny leaves or tender tips and sprinkle them directly over your favourite dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast-growing, uniform and highly productive for its size, Bonsai makes it possible to enjoy \u003cstrong\u003efresh homegrown basil even without a garden\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eOcimum basilicum\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Basil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Kitchen Minis™ Bonsai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHerb Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Greek Basil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLife Cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aromatic, classic sweet basil flavour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeaf Colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium Green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeaves:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very small, fine and aromatic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact, rounded \u0026amp; mounded\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 15–30 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 15–30 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Form:\u003c\/strong\u003e Raw Seed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Pot Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 10–15 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 2–4 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlug Crop Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 3–5 weeks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. \u003cstrong\u003e35–56 days from sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePotting to Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 3–5 weeks depending on pot size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pots, windowsills, kitchen counters, balconies \u0026amp; fresh culinary use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTiny Leaves – No Chopping Required\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes Bonsai different from traditional large-leaved basil varieties is its abundance of \u003cstrong\u003etiny, fine leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe leaves are small enough to use whole, so there is no need to chop them before adding them to food. Simply harvest and sprinkle them directly over your dish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are excellent for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePasta\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePizza\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTomato dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSalads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSauces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDressings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGarnishing finished dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe small leaves are particularly convenient when only a little fresh basil is needed at a time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect Basil for a Sunny Windowsill\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kitchen Minis™ collection was developed to make it possible to grow fresh edible plants \u003cstrong\u003eeven without a traditional garden\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBonsai is particularly suitable for a \u003cstrong\u003esunny kitchen windowsill or countertop\u003c\/strong\u003e, where fresh leaves can be harvested whenever they are needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts naturally compact growth means it can be grown successfully in pots as small as approximately \u003cstrong\u003e10 cm in diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is an excellent choice for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKitchen windowsills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSunny indoor spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBalconies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTerraces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContainer herb gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the most compact and dense growth, provide as much light as possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompact, Rounded Growth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBonsai is very different in appearance from traditional tall basil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt naturally forms a \u003cstrong\u003esmall, dense and rounded mound of foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e, reaching only around \u003cstrong\u003e15–30 cm in height and width\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts numerous tiny leaves create an attractive miniature basil plant that is both edible and decorative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause of its compact habit, it requires very little growing space and is an excellent choice where larger basil varieties would simply be too big.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFast-Growing Basil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBonsai is a relatively quick-growing basil and can provide fresh leaves surprisingly soon after sowing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDepending on growing conditions and how the plants are produced, the first harvest can begin approximately \u003cstrong\u003e5–8 weeks from sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarmer temperatures, strong light and good growing conditions generally result in faster development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing \u0026amp; Germination\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBonsai can be started in plug trays or \u003cstrong\u003esown directly into the final pot\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it especially convenient for home growing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a naturally full and dense plant, multiple seeds are sown together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Form:\u003c\/strong\u003e Raw Seed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeeds per Cell:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 6–10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCover Seed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 20–23°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 2–4 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlug Crop Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 3–5 weeks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow into fine, moist seed-starting compost and lightly cover the seeds. Keep the growing medium evenly moist during germination without allowing it to become waterlogged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor home growing, the seeds can also be sown directly into a \u003cstrong\u003e10–15 cm pot\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing in Pots\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBonsai was specifically selected for excellent performance in small containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended pot sizes are approximately:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10–15 cm in diameter.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the pot in a \u003cstrong\u003ewarm, sunny location\u003c\/strong\u003e. Strong light is particularly important for maintaining the naturally compact and dense shape of the plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater regularly, allowing excess water to drain freely. Avoid leaving the pot standing permanently in water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen grown indoors, choose the brightest sunny windowsill available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Outdoors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBonsai can also be grown outdoors during warm weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike other basil varieties, it is sensitive to cold and frost. Move plants outdoors only when the risk of frost has passed and temperatures are reliably warm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt performs well in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBalcony boxes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaised beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHerb gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall garden spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting Bonsai Basil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest individual leaves or tender shoot tips whenever needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegular harvesting encourages fresh new growth and helps keep the plant dense and productive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the leaves are naturally very small, \u003cstrong\u003ethey can be used whole without chopping\u003c\/strong\u003e – simply harvest, rinse if necessary and add directly to your dish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen Can I Start Harvesting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder good growing conditions, the first leaves can be ready to harvest approximately:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5–8 weeks from sowing.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no need to wait until the plant reaches its mature size. Light harvesting can begin once the plant is well established and has developed plenty of healthy leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegular light harvesting is ideal for maintaining a continuous supply of fresh basil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose The Kitchen Minis™ Bonsai?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact \u003cstrong\u003eGreek basil\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaturally small, fine leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo chopping required\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast-growing and uniform\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttractive rounded, mounded habit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnly about \u003cstrong\u003e15–30 cm tall and wide\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for \u003cstrong\u003esmall pots\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended pot size only \u003cstrong\u003e10–15 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for a sunny \u003cstrong\u003ekitchen windowsill\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for balconies and terraces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be grown even without a garden\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh basil available directly from the kitchen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for regular small harvests\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for pasta, pizza, salads, sauces and garnishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be \u003cstrong\u003edirect sown into the final container\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy and enjoyable edible plant for small spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Kitchen Minis™ Bonsai is the perfect basil for anyone who wants fresh homegrown herbs but has limited growing space.\u003c\/strong\u003e Its miniature rounded habit, abundance of tiny aromatic leaves and suitability for pots as small as 10 cm make it ideal for \u003cstrong\u003esunny windowsills, kitchen counters, balconies and small gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e. Pick the tiny leaves as needed and use them whole – fresh basil can be just a few steps away.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"therapyofflowers.com","offers":[{"title":"20 seeds \/ 15–30 cm","offer_id":54956257214807,"sku":null,"price":1.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"100 seeds \/ 15–30 cm","offer_id":54956367642967,"sku":null,"price":4.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0754\/9275\/3751\/files\/ChatGPTImageSep8_2026_07_42_05PM.png?v=1788885828","url":"https:\/\/www.therapyofflowers.com\/products\/basil-the-kitchen-minis-bonsai-ocimum-basilicum-greek-basil","provider":"therapyofflowers.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}