{"product_id":"holy-basil-seeds","title":"Holy Basil Seeds","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrow Aromatic, Clove-Scented Leaves from Heirloom, Non-GMO Holy Basil Seeds\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHoly basil, or tulsi, is a warm, spicy, clove-scented cousin of sweet basil and a favorite for fresh teas and cooking. Our heirloom holy basil seeds (\u003cem\u003eOcimum sanctum\u003c\/em\u003e) grow into bushy, fragrant plants that fill a sunny spot with scent and buzz with bees when they flower. It is easy to grow and a lovely, aromatic addition to any herb garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it's for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreat for tea lovers, cooks, and anyone who enjoys a fragrant garden. Holy basil is easy and productive in warm weather, happy in beds or pots, and its flowers are a magnet for pollinators, so it earns its place several times over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow \u0026amp; when to plant\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart holy basil indoors 6 to 8 weeks before your last frost, or sow outdoors once the weather is reliably warm, since it loves heat. Press the small seeds onto the surface and barely cover them, as they sprout best with warmth and light; expect seedlings in about 7 to 14 days. Grow it in full sun in soil that drains well, spacing plants about 12 to 18 inches apart. Our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/growing-guides\/holy-basil\"\u003eHoly Basil growing guide\u003c\/a\u003e has more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing \u0026amp; care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive holy basil warmth, sun, and steady moisture, and pinch the growing tips often to keep it bushy and full. Removing flower buds encourages more leafy growth, though letting some plants bloom is a treat for the bees. In cold regions it is grown as an annual, but you can pot it up and bring it indoors to extend the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHarvest\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSnip leaves and sprigs as needed once plants are established, harvesting in the morning when the aroma is strongest. Frequent picking keeps the plant productive. Use the leaves fresh, or dry them for tea and seasoning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits \u0026amp; uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHoly basil is prized for its warm, clove-like aroma. Steep the fresh or dried leaves for a fragrant herbal tea, add them to stir-fries and Southeast Asian dishes, and let a few plants flower to feed the bees. It is a fragrant, hardworking herb from the kitchen to the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy our holy basil seed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur holy basil seed is heirloom, non-GMO, and untreated, chosen for strong germination and packed fresh by a licensed seed dealer based in the USA. It is dependable seed you can plant with confidence and save from your own plants season after season. Choose the pack size that suits your garden and start sowing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Organo Republic","offers":[{"title":"0.15G","offer_id":45321417097423,"sku":"ORIHBH_05_07","price":2.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.5G","offer_id":45321417130191,"sku":"ORIHBH_05_08","price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/6437\/1919\/files\/1tLQpghnBrcFxk4VOSCUucNNu1hePbMn7_s0.jpg?v=1782756737","url":"https:\/\/organorepublic.com\/products\/holy-basil-seeds","provider":"Organo Republic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}