Thai Basil Seeds - Herbal Plant

Thai Basil Seeds produce fast-growing perennial herbs known for their fragrant, slightly spicy leaves and purple stems. These tropical plants thrive in full sun to partial shade and well drained fertile soil. Suitable for garden beds, containers, or herb gardens, they provide a continuous harvest of flavorful leaves throughout the warm growing season.

Features

• Perennial herb with aromatic, spicy leaves

• Suitable for garden beds, containers, and herb gardens

• Thrives in full sun to partial shade

• Adapted to well drained fertile soils

• Provides continuous leaf harvest

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Ocimum basilicum var. thyrsiflora

• Common Name (US): Thai Basil

• Seed Type / Variety: Leafy herbaceous variety

• Growth Habit: Perennial upright herb

• USDA Zones: 9–11 (grown as annual in cooler zones)

• Planting Season: Spring

• Growing Season: Spring through fall

• Sowing Season: February–May indoors; transplant after frost

• Germination Time and Conditions: 7–14 days; warm, moist, well drained soil 70–85°F

• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil Requirements: Well drained fertile soil

• Watering Needs: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist

• Mature Plant Size: 18–24 inches height; 12–18 inches spread

• Plant Spacing: 12–18 inches apart