HERB ‘Holy Basil Tulsi’ Seeds
Botanical Name: Ocimum tenuiflorum
Quantity: 25 grams
Thai Holy Basil Green, also known as Tulsi, is a sacred herb in many cultures, celebrated for its medicinal properties and unique flavor. Intensely aromatic and slightly spicy, this green variety of Holy Basil is a staple in Thai cuisine, especially in dishes such as Pad Krapao. Its distinct clove-like fragrance adds a deep, rich flavor to stir-fries, curries, and herbal teas. The plant forms a bushy structure, typically reaching about 50 cm (20 inches) in height, and emits a fragrant perfume when brushed in the garden.
This green-leaved variety of Thai Holy Basil has soft, green stems and produces small, delicate pinkish-purple flowers. It thrives in heat and is well-suited for warm climates, attracting bees and beneficial insects to your garden. Ideal for sunny locations, Thai Holy Basil Green is both a culinary favorite and an ornamental beauty in any herb garden.
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- A basil that is native to India.
- Also known as Sacred basil and Kapoor tulsi.
- Culinary and medicinal use.
Plant Type: Annual herb, ideal for sunny, warm spots.
Plant Height: Grows up to 30 – 60 cm when fully mature.
Sow When:
- Temperate: Spring and Summer (after frost)
- Subtropical: Spring and Summer
- Tropical: All year round
- Arid: Spring and Summer
- Cool: Spring and Summer (after frost)
Germination: Seeds germinate best when soil temperatures are between 18°C and 25°C. Germination takes 7 – 14 days.
Depth: Sow seeds approximately 0.5 cm deep in the soil.
Position: Thrives in full sun with well-drained soil. Thai Holy Basil prefers warm conditions and requires consistent moisture, but avoid overwatering.
Sow Where: Directly into garden beds or containers.
Soil Type: Prefers fertile, well-drained soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5.
Spacing: Space plants approximately 30 cm apart for proper growth.
Harvest (Herb): Leaves can be harvested 60 – 70 days after sowing. Regular harvesting encourages more growth and a bushier plant.
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): 20 – 25 days after sowing. Cut microgreens 1-2 cm above the soil.
