HERB ‘Lemon Hoary Basil’ Seeds
Botanical Name: Ocimum americanum
Syn: Hoary Basil, Thai Lemon Basil
Quantity: 5 & 25 grams
Lemon Hoary Basil is an aromatic annual herb known for its delightful lemony scent and flavor. With its refreshing citrus notes, this versatile herb is perfect for adding to salads, teas, sauces, and garnishes. Its bushy growth and white flowers also make it a beautiful addition to any herb garden, while attracting pollinators like bees.
- Larger leaf than other lemon basil varieties.
- The more you pick, the more it grows.
- A sweet basil cultivar with good heat & disease tolerance. Slow bolting.
Plant Type: Annual herb, ideal for sunny spots with well-drained soil.
Plant Height: Grows up to 60 cm when fully mature.
Sow When:
- Temperate: September – December
- Subtropical: August – February
- Tropical: All year round
- Arid: September – January
- Cool: October – December
Germination: Seeds germinate best when soil temperatures are between 18°C and 25°C. Germination takes 7 – 14 days.
Depth: Sow seeds approximately 2 – 3 mm deep in the soil.
Position: Thrives in full sun with well-drained, fertile soil.
Sow Where: Directly into garden beds or containers, or start indoors and transplant when seedlings are strong enough.
Soil Type: Prefers rich, well-drained soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5.
Spacing: Space plants approximately 30 cm apart to allow for bushy growth.
Harvest (Herb): Leaves can be harvested 60 – 70 days after sowing. Regular harvesting encourages more growth.
Growing Instructions (Microgreens)
- Do not pre-soak seeds.
- Use approximately 10 grams of seeds for a 30 x 35 cm growing tray.
- Add 2 – 3 cm of soil to the tray. Flatten soil and moisten before sowing.
- Sprinkle seeds evenly over the soil surface and lightly water.
- Cover seeds with a growing tray and store in a well-ventilated, dark spot.
- Water 1 – 2 times daily during germination. Germination time is 7 – 14 days.
- After germination, remove the top tray and expose the plants to direct sunlight. Continue watering twice daily.
Harvest (Microgreens): 10 – 15 days after sowing. Cut microgreens 1-2 cm above the soil.
