Description
| Seeds | 1/2 gram (900 seeds) $2.95 |
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Sacred Basil (Ocimum tenuiflorum) (Annual)
Heritage: India
Native to India, this basil is best suited for use in Indian and Thai cuisine. Historically used as a medicinal to promote a healthy mind, body, and spirit when made into a therapeutic tea.
Energetic plants grow up to 36″(91cm) in height, producing soft-green leaves with a lovely aroma of fresh cloves. Flavour is far spicier than other varieties of Basil presenting a strong peppery blast to the tongue with hints of mint, and anise that intensifies when cooked. This variety can be an acquired taste! Flowers are also edible. Hardy plant that can withstand cooler growing conditions than other basils. Bonus: Pots of Scared Basil can also be used as an insect repellent when placed around the patio to help deter mosquitoes and flies! (1,800 seeds/g)
Tips for Growing Bountiful Basil! Basil is an annual herb that loves heat and water. Wait until the weather warms and plant in full sunlight. Sprinkle seeds sparingly on top of the earth or in row indentations. Cover with a light sprinkling of soil and gently tamp/press down so that the seeds are in contact with the earth. Lightly water, ensuring the soil remains moist, but not over-watered. Thin to 6-10” (15-25cm) apart for larger plants, or leave them closer together to grow as clumps. For fuller, rounder plants pinch-off tops of branches. Pinch-off any flowers to encourage leaf growth, and retain flavour. The best planting companions for Basil are: asparagus, carrots, radishes, tomatoes, peppers. Do not plant Basil near cucumbers, or fennel. Basil usually germinates within 5-14 days (75-85ºF/23-30ºC)
