Basil Sacred
Description
Also known as Holy Basil or Tulsi and for its uses in Hindu culture and Ayurvedic medicine. This is a green leafed strain with purple stems but darker leaved cultivars are also known. A common ingredient in Thai cuisine with a sweet aniseed flavour, it also makes a refreshing tea. Medicinally, it's used to aid digestion and support the immune system. Germinates best at higher temps than the Sweet Basil types.
Maturity 60-70 days from transplant.
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4603
Ocimum sanctum
Information
| OPTIMUM SOIL TEMP FOR GERMINATION | DAYS TO GERMINATION | DISTANCE APART TO PLANT SEEDLINGS | PREFERRED GROWING PERIOD | WHEN TO SOW | NUMBER OF SEEDS PER PACKET | PREFERRED GROWING METHOD | BEST USE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22-25 | 7-14 |
30cm
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10-15cm
|
2.3 | 750 |
Transplant
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Culinary/Medicinal
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