Thai Basil Seeds For Planting (Ocimum basilicum)
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basic information
Thai basil (Ocimum basilicum) is a culinary herb native to Southeast Asia, widely utilized in Thai, Vietnamese, and Lao cuisines. Its distinct flavor profile, characterized by a robust, slightly spicy taste with hints of anise and licorice, enhances dishes such as stir-fries, curries, and soups. The herb’s vibrant green leaves, often tinged with purple, and its aromatic qualities make it a staple ingredient in many traditional recipes. Thai basil also holds cultural significance, frequently appearing in religious and medicinal practices across its native regions.
Seed Count
500 SEEDS
Open Pollinated
YES
Pollinator Friendly
NO
Heirloom
YES
Untreated
YES
Non-GMO
YES
How To Grow
GROWER TIP: Sow indoors in CowPots, 6 to 8 weeks prior to the last frost. Direct sow or transplant when temperatures are above 65F. Grow indoors with grow lights or directly outside with natural light.
SEED PREP
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SOWING DEPTH
Sow 1/4" under
LIGHT PREFERENCE
Full sunlight
SOIL CONDITIONS
Well-drained, rich soil
MOISTURE NEEDS
Water daily
GERMINATION
Sprouts in 7 to 14 days
PLANT HEIGHT
Grows 12" to 18" tall
PLANT WIDTH
12" to 18" wide
PLANT SPACING
Space plants 12" apart
REPELS INSECTS
Mosquitoes, flies, aphids
HERB USES
Culinary
SEASON
Annual herb
SCIENTIFIC NAME
Ocimum basilicum
DIFFICULTY LEVEL
Very easy to germinate.
PLANT SETTING
Grow in pots to save space
