Thai Basil Seeds
$249
We are introducing our Premium Thai Basil Seeds, perfect for cultivating your aromatic herb garden! Thai basil (Ocimum basilicum var. thyrsiflora) is a versatile and fragrant culinary herb famous for its essential role in many delicious Thai dishes. These high-quality seeds are guaranteed to germinate and produce vigorous, healthy plants with beautiful purple stems and green leaves. Add an authentic taste of Thailand to your home-cooked meals with the exquisite flavor of freshly grown Thai basil. Today, start your herb garden with our easy-to-grow, non-GMO Thai basil seeds!
Germinating Thai Basil Seeds:
- Soak seeds in water for 12-24 hours to speed up germination.
- Fill seedling trays or small pots with a well-draining, fertile seed starting mix.
- Sow seeds about 1/4 inch deep and cover them lightly with soil.
- Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. Use a spray bottle to mist the soil gently.
- Place the trays or pots in a warm location, ideally between 70-80°F (21-27°C). A heating mat can help maintain the temperature.
- Seeds should germinate within 5-10 days. Once seedlings emerge, move them to a location with bright, indirect light.
Growing Thai Basil:
- When seedlings have at least two sets of true leaves and are 2-4 inches tall, they are ready to be transplanted outdoors or into larger pots.
- Choose a location with well-draining soil and 6-8 hours of sunlight daily. Space the plants 12-18 inches apart.
- Mix compost or aged manure into the planting area to improve soil fertility.
- Water the plants regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
- Add mulch around the base of the plants to help retain moisture and prevent weeds.
- Thai basil enjoys warm temperatures, so protect the plants from frost or extreme cold.
- Fertilize with a balanced, organic fertilizer every 4-6 weeks.
Harvesting Thai Basil:
- Harvest basil leaves as needed once the plant is 6-8 inches tall.
- For the best flavor, pick leaves early in the morning when essential oils are most potent.
- Pinch off the leaves or cut stems just above a set of leaves to encourage bushier growth.
- Regularly remove flowers to prolong the harvest and prevent the plant from going to seed.
- If you want to harvest seeds, allow a few flowers to develop and mature. Collect the seeds when the flower heads have dried and turned brown.
- Thai basil can be used fresh or dried. To dry the leaves, hang small bunches in a well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight. Store dried leaves in an airtight container.