Latin Ocimum basilicum var. thyrsiflora
Thai Basil is a type of basil that is native to Southeast Asia. This variety has been cultivated to provide distinctive traits unique to Asian culinary interests. It's flavour qualities include a distinctly anise taste with a slightly spicy hint to it. This variety is also slightly more stable which gives it favourable characteristics during high heat cooking compared to other varieties of basil. Excellent, full flavour for all types of cooking. This spicy basil comes with a slightly purple foliage. Looks stunning in pots and as a border. Basil requires full sun for best results. Pinch top leaves early on in growth to encourage good branching habits.
Sow directly into warm soil or into containers for continuous harvest. Ensure that you are harvesting before flowering to avoid any bitterness to the leaves. This variety has a sturdy growth habit and will grow to a mature height of approximately 1 and a half feet tall. Grow this beautiful variety of basil for its magnificent looks or for harvest, either way this is a must for any and every garden. Matures in 75 days.
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