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Thai Basil

Ocimum Basilicum Var. Thyrsiflora

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Overview

Thai Basil (Ocimum basilicum var. thyrsiflora) is a flavorful culinary herb characterized by its sturdy, upright growth, reaching 12-18 inches in height. Its pointed green leaves with a hint of purple contrast beautifully with the plant's purple stems and flower spikes. Adaptable to well-draining soil and preferring full sun (6+ hours daily), this variety is ideal for adding both visual interest and aromatic seasoning to a landscape or kitchen garden.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 2–11Type Herb

Thai Basil (Ocimum Basilicum Var. Thyrsiflora) — ensuring the soil stays consistently moist but not waterlogged

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 2–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Herb
Family: Lamiaceae

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Thai Basil (Ocimum Basilicum Var. Thyrsiflora) — These blooms can be encouraged through regular pinching back of the plant's tips; thyrsiflora) is a flavorful

Thai Basil (Ocimum Basilicum Var. Thyrsiflora) — herb for full

Thai Basil (Ocimum Basilicum Var. Thyrsiflora) — multi-colored and purple and white flowers in the garden

Thai Basil (Ocimum Basilicum Var. Thyrsiflora) — thyrsiflora) is a flavorful culinary herb characterized by its sturdy

Thai Basil (Ocimum Basilicum Var. Thyrsiflora) — reaching 12-18 inches in height

Thai Basil (Ocimum Basilicum Var. Thyrsiflora) — It is also advisable to shelter the plant from strong winds; reaching 12-18 inches in height

Thai Basil (Ocimum Basilicum Var. Thyrsiflora) — especially in drier climates; position Thai Basil in full sun where it will receive at least 6 to 8 hours of

Thai Basil (Ocimum Basilicum Var. Thyrsiflora) — Thai Basil is best utilized in USDA Hardiness Zones 10-11; and the plant has a more compact growth habit

Thai Basil (Ocimum Basilicum Var. Thyrsiflora) — promoting bushier growth and extended flowering.<br><br>For an ideal landscape; the leaves of Thai Basil are

Thai Basil (Ocimum Basilicum Var. Thyrsiflora) — where it can grow year-round

Thai Basil (Ocimum Basilicum Var. Thyrsiflora) — The plant prefers well-draining soil with a neutral to slightly acidic pH; herb with multi-colored and purple

Thai Basil (Ocimum Basilicum Var. Thyrsiflora) — herb for full; but it can also be grown as an annual in cooler regions or moved indoors during colder months

Thai Basil (Ocimum Basilicum Var. Thyrsiflora) — These blooms can be encouraged through regular pinching back of the plant's tips

Thai Basil (Ocimum Basilicum Var. Thyrsiflora) — Adaptable to well-draining soil and preferring full sun (6+ hours daily); thai Basil (Ocimum basilicum var

Thai Basil (Ocimum Basilicum Var. Thyrsiflora) — The plant prefers well-draining soil with a neutral to slightly acidic pH

Thai Basil (Ocimum Basilicum Var. Thyrsiflora) — and the plant has a more compact growth habit

Thai Basil (Ocimum Basilicum Var. Thyrsiflora) — multi-colored and purple and white flowers in the garden; this herb is distinguished by its medium green

Thai Basil (Ocimum Basilicum Var. Thyrsiflora) — this variety is ideal for adding both visual interest and aromatic seasoning to a landscape or, image 29

Thai Basil (Ocimum Basilicum Var. Thyrsiflora) — As an herb often used in Southeast Asian cuisine; thai Basil, scientifically named Ocimum basilicum var

Thai Basil (Ocimum Basilicum Var. Thyrsiflora) — This herb is distinguished by its medium green foliage with a slight purple tinge and a unique; multi-colored

Thai Basil (Ocimum Basilicum Var. Thyrsiflora) — and the plant has a more compact growth habit; thai Basil is best utilized in USDA Hardiness Zones 10-11

Thai Basil (Ocimum Basilicum Var. Thyrsiflora) — Adaptable to well-draining soil and preferring full sun (6+ hours daily)

Thai Basil (Ocimum Basilicum Var. Thyrsiflora) — ensuring the soil stays consistently moist but not waterlogged; where it can grow year-round

Thai Basil (Ocimum Basilicum Var. Thyrsiflora) — but it can also be grown as an annual in cooler regions or moved indoors during colder months; herb for full

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