- Warm season annual
- Approx. 700-1100 seeds in packet. (A seed will vary in weight and size within a given seed lot. The number of seeds stated is only an estimate.)
- 24062.5 seed count per 0Z
- 385,000 seed count per pound.
- Maturity: Approx. 70-90 days
- Planting season: Late spring/early summer
Holy Basil plants are extremely important in the Hindu religion. In the Hindu religion the herb plants, called Tulsi, are worshiped morning and evening. As a medicinal herb, Tulsi Holy Basil is used to fight fevers associated with malaria, dengue fever, colds and flu by making a tea from the leaves. The Holy Basil teas also soothe sore throats, coughs, and respiratory ailments. Holy Basil is considered to be an adaptogen and helps protect the body against stress.
How To Grow Holy Basil From Herb Seeds:
Start the Holy Basil herb seeds indoors 6 – 8 weeks before the end of frost season. Use a good, sterilized seed starting mix. Keep the soil moist but not saturated until germination occurs. In warm climates, the Basil seeds can be directly started outdoors in prepared seedbeds. The Holy Basil plants benefit from regular fertilizer feeding. Start feeding once the first true leaves appear, and used a diluted liquid fertilizer, like fish emulsion, every other week
Herb Specifications
- Season: Perennial
- USDA Zones: 9 – 11
- Height: 20 inches
- Bloom Season: Mid summer to early fall
- Bloom Color: Pink
- Environment: Full sun
- Soil Type: Well-drained, pH 6.1 – 7.3
Planting Directions
- Temperature: 70F
- Average Germ Time: 7 – 14 days
- Light Required: Yes
- Depth: 1/4 inch
- Sowing Rate: 1 seed per inch
- Moisture: Keep seeds moist until germination
- Plant Spacing: Rows 18 inches a part; thin seedlings 6 inches