- Annual 80cm
- Culinary herb
- Larger leaves that regular Thai Basil
Description
'Basil- Thai Siam Queen' seeds
Ocimum americanum
- Annual 80cm
- Culinary herb
- Larger leaves that regular Thai Basil
Annual. Large and bushy variety growing to 80cm with fragrant green leaves and purple stems producing small red/purple flowers. Leaves have a strong flavour that is a mix between aniseed and basil and is very popular in Asian cuisine. Ideal for salads, noodle and rice dishes. Can be grown in containers. Can be used in potpourri. Very attractive variety; is sometimes grown as an ornamental. Plant is larger and produces bigger leaves than regular Thai Basil.
Seeds per gram: 650
Product code: E3-07
Best Months to Sow
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Quick Sowing Guide
Method | Sow direct or raise seedlings |
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Sowing Depth | 2mm |
Season | Spring and summer |
Germination | 5-10 days @ 18-35°C |
Hardiness / Life Cycle | Frost tender Annual |
Plant Spacing | 40cm |
Plant Height | 80cm |
Position | Full sun, moist well drained soil |
Days Until Maturity | 70 days |
*Notes: Pick regularly to encourage more growth. Keep well watered. Remove flower buds as soon as they appear for continued leaf growth. Protect from aphids, slugs and snails.
How To Grow
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