Basil 'Holy'

Holy Basil (medicinal basil) is frequently called Tulsi because it is widely used in Ayurvedic medicine. In Thailand, it is called Kaphrao, and used as a culinary herb. Holy basil is easy to grow from seeds, and it thrives in the heat of summer. It is highly fragrant, but does not have the same flavour profile as Genovese basil.


DETAILS:

QTY: 100

TYPE: Annual

GERMINATION: 5-10 days at 18-21°C

HEIGHT: 16 - 18"

MATURITY: 65 - 70 Days

SPACING: 4 - 8”



HOW TO GROW:

Direct seed (recommended): Plant seeds 1/4" deep, 2-3 seeds per inch, in rows 18" apart. Firm the soil over the seeds. Thinning is not necessary, but a final spacing of 4-8" apart produces healthy, full plants. Note: Holy Basil requires some light for germination, so sow more shallowly than other basils. Transplant: Sow indoors 6 weeks prior to setting out. Plant 1/4" deep and keep at 21°C for best germination. Transplant to the field when seedlings have 3-4 sets of leaves, spacing at 4-8" apart in rows 18" apart.