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Basil 'Everleaf™ Thai Towers'
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Basil 'Everleaf™ Thai Towers'

Ocimum basilicum
This new Thai basil is wonderfully showy and productive, with closely spaced green leaves with a hint of purple and dark red stems. It is a shy bloomer, waiting until the end of the season to send up flower spikes, extending its harvest time. A vibrant licorice flavor adds aroma and savory flavor to your favorite dishes.
SKU #S1946
$4.00
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Details
Approximate Seeds Per Packet
56
Lifecycle
Annual
Annual Hardiness
Tender Annual
Mature Size
2' h x 1' w
Sun
Full sun
Soil
Rich, moist, well-drained
Season
Summer to fall
Color
Purple stems and densely packed, dark green leaves with a purple tinge.
Features
Scented Leaves
Great for containers
Attracts Bees
SOWING INSTRUCTIONS
Depth:
1/8"
Sprout Time:
5-10 days
Seed To Bloom:
45-60 days to first harvest
Starting Indoors:
Sow indoors 4-6 weeks before planting out. Keep at 70-90°F.
Starting Outdoors:
Direct sow after last frost.
WHEN TO SET OUTSIDE
After last frost.
PLACEMENT & CULTIVATION
Thai basil has purple stems and and medium sized leaves with a spicy-sweet anise flavor. The leaves are thicker than sweet basil leaves and are delicious in cooked dishes such as soups, stir-fries, and curries. This basil loves heat and can't stand cold, so be sure to plant out when the night temperatures are regularly in the 50s, 2-3 weeks after the last frost in northern areas. Keep trimming back and picking leaves to keep them productive for the best harvest.
Final Spacing:
6-12"
Water Requirements:
Medium Water Use
Watering Details:
Keep moist—about 1" of water per week, more during particularly dry/hot spells, depending on the plant's location and sun-exposure.
Soil pH:
Not particular about pH
Fertilizer:
Rake a few inches of compost into the soil prior to planting. Supplement with an all-purpose organic granular or liquid feed according to package instructions.
Diseases & Pests:
Avoid fungal problems by placing in a location with good airflow, and do not over-water.
When to Cut for Bouquets:
Harvest mature leaves individually or on branches, being sure to leave enough plant behind for the plant to continue to flourish.