- Annual herb
- Spicy flavour
Description
'Holy Basil' seeds
Ocimum tenuiflorum
Synonyms: Ocimum sanctum
- Annual herb
- Spicy flavour
Annual herb growing 30-60cm tall. Plants are upright with purple stems, slightly hairy aromatic green oval shaped leaves and produce small white/mauve flowers in summer. Leaves have a slightly spicy flavour are commonly used as a flavouring in Thai cuisine. Is used to make a tea. Is sometimes grown as an ornamental. Fast growing. Traditionally used to repel insects. Also has medicinal uses.
An important plant in numerous religions and cultures.
Also known as Sacred Basil, Tulasi and Tulsi.
Culinary use
Medicinal use
Seeds per gram: 1600
Product code: F4-20
Best Months to Sow
| J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D | |
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| Arid |
Quick Sowing Guide
| Method | Raise seedlings |
|---|---|
| Sowing Depth | 1mm |
| Season | Spring and early summer |
| Germination | 8-14 days @ 21-23°C |
| Hardiness / Life Cycle | Half hardy Annual |
| Plant Spacing | 40cm |
| Plant Height | 30-60cm |
| Position | Full sun, moist well drained soil |
| Days Until Maturity | 100-110 days |
*Notes: Pick regularly to encourage more growth. Keep well watered. Remove flower buds as soon as they appear for continued leaf growth. Protect from aphids, slugs and snails.
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How To Grow
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