BASIL ‘Thai’ Herb Seeds
Botanical name: Ocimum basilicum var. thyrsiflora
Quantity: 25 grams
This beautiful ornamental will give an authentic Thai flavour to meals; it has a sweet, anise-clove fragrance with a hint of mint and citrus. Leaves are green at the base of the plant and grow purple towards the pale lavender flowers. Always add basil at the end of the cooking time to maximize its flavor. Days to harvest: 80.
Plant Information
- Plant Type: Warm season annual, frost tender
- Plant Height: Up to 60cm
- Sow When: Germinate best at 20 – 30°C soil temp
- Temperate: Spring to early summer; can be grown indoors year-round
- Subtropical: Spring to early summer; can be grown indoors year-round
- Tropical: Spring to early summer; can be grown indoors year-round
Germination Information
- Germination: 7 – 14 days
- Depth: Surface sow; press seeds lightly into the soil
- Position: Full sun to partial shade
- Sow Where: Directly in the garden or in containers
- Soil Type: Well-draining, fertile soil
- Spacing: 30 – 45 cm between plants
- Details: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; pinch off flowers to encourage leaf growth; harvest regularly to promote bushy growth
How to Grow Thai Basil as Microgreens
Growing Thai Basil as microgreens provides a burst of bold flavor and aroma. These microgreens have a sweet, anise-clove fragrance with a hint of mint and citrus, similar to the full-grown herb. Thai Basil microgreens add a depth of flavour to salads, stir-fries, and other dishes.
- Do not pre-soak seeds.
- Sow rate: 28 grams for a 10 x 20″ growing tray.
- Moisten soil, flatten 3-4 cm soil in tray.
- Cover for 4-6 days with tray lid. Store in well ventilated area away from light until the seeds germinate. Lightly water 1-2 times daily.
- Uncover and place in light. Water 1-2 times daily.
- Harvest time: Approximately 18 -30 days.
