Herbs
Thai Basil 'Siam Queen'
Ocimum basilicum var thyrsiflora
Grow this useful herb in well drained soil in full sun and it will produce masses of aromatic leaves on purple stems. Great for using fresh, drying or freezing.
- Position
- Full sun
- Height
- 50cm
- Spread
- 50cm
Growing calendar
JFMAMJJASOND
Sow indoors
Sow outdoors
Harvest
Sowing & growing
Best sown in containers inside between Mar–Jul or direct sow in-situ May-Jul, at temperatures 15-20°C for summer harvest. If sown under cover, transplant when the seedlings are large enough to handle and harden off before planting out 30cm apart. If sowing outside, sow in shallow drills, and thin out weaker seedlings.
Aftercare
Pinch out to encourage bushy growth. Grows will in pots or raised pots with well drained soil. Leaves can be dried to use later in the season.
Gallery
Ref. SET019