Temperate Tulsi Holy Basil Seeds (Organic)

This annual herb grows in temperate regions and develops purple-tinged stems and aromatic leaves. It can be planted in herb beds, vegetable gardens, and mixed plantings. The plant thrives in full sun and well-drained, fertile soil. Regular harvesting encourages branching and enhances leaf production. Direct sow in spring or start indoors and transplant after the last frost for best results. Plants reach 18–24 inches and bloom through the summer months. For more herbal allies and pollinator-friendly plants, explore our full collection of herb seeds .

Variety Details

• Botanical name: Ocimum tenuiflorum
• Plant type: Annual
• Growth habit: Upright
• Crop category: Herb
• Recorded feature: Does Not Require Support
• Product format: Seed packet

Sowing & Growing

• Germination temperature: Soil Temperature: 70–85°F Planting Depth: 1/4" Germination: 7–14 Days Height At Maturity: 18"–24" Days To Maturity: 60–90…
• Maturity: Soil Temperature: 70–85°F Planting Depth: 1/4" Germination: 7–14 Days Height At Maturity: 18"–24" Days To Maturity: 60–90…
• Light: Full Sun/Part Sun
• Planting season: Spring
• Starting location: Direct Sow or Start Indoors & Transplant

Match Temperate Tulsi Holy Basil to the light, soil, and temperature information recorded for the species. Some herbs are direct sown, while others benefit from a protected start or species-specific pretreatment, so retain the packet for reference. Keep seed media from drying during establishment without leaving it saturated. Once plants are growing, harvest modestly so foliage remains for continued development. Assign perennial herbs a long-term location, and consider containers for species with a spreading habit.

Before sowing Temperate Tulsi Holy Basil, review the packet alongside the current product details and note any range in temperature, germination, or maturity. Ranges reflect biological and seasonal variation rather than a fixed promise. Label each planting with its date and location, then compare emergence, growth, and harvest with local weather. This record is useful for succession plantings and for deciding whether the crop fits better into an earlier or later seasonal window.

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