HERB: HOLY / TULSI BASIL
(OCIMUM TENUIFLORUM)
The green leaved, pink flowered basil is an Indian medicinal rather than culinary herb. It is rumoured to aid several medical conditions, but as none of these rumours have been definitively confirmed by peer reviewed scientific studies, as always; Seed Freaks strongly recommends that if you feel unwell: REST AND SEE YOUR DOCTOR!
WHEN TO PLANT
Cool Climate: SEP – MAR
Temperate: SEP, OCT, NOV, DEC
Sub – Tropical: AUG – MAR
Tropical: ALL YEAR
Arid: SEP – MAR
SOIL PREFERENCES
PH 5.5 – 7
Rich, well-drained soil.
GROWING TIPS
Sow in trays indoors 5mm deep – transplant 30cm apart
Keep moist.
Frost tender.
Harvest sparingly as this may increase the longevity of the plant in warmer climates.
DAYS TO HARVEST
45 – 50 Days
APPROX 200 SEEDS
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