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Holy Basil 'Green Tulsi' – Live Plant, 4" Pot
Holy Basil 'Green Tulsi' – Live Plant, 4" Pot
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Green Tulsi growing facts
| Botanical name | Ocimum tenuiflorum (syn. O. sanctum), green 'Rama/Sri' type |
|---|---|
| Plant type | Tender perennial, grown as an annual outside zones 10–11 |
| Light | Full sun to light afternoon shade |
| Water | Water when the top inch of soil is dry |
| Soil | Well-drained, fertile |
| Hardiness | Protect below about 50°F; perennial only in zones 10–11 |
| Mature size | 1–3 feet tall |
| Containers | Yes, 8–12 inch pot or larger |
| Pot size shipped | 4" pot |
| Shipping | Ships from Texas within 1–2 business days |
Green Holy Basil (Rama/Sri Tulsi) (Ocimum tenuiflorum) is a green-leaved, sacred and highly aromatic herb, traditionally grown in Indian homes and gardens. This fast-growing plant has a rich, spicy, clove-like fragrance and is commonly used in herbal teas and cooking. Thriving in warm, sunny conditions, holy basil is easy to grow in gardens or containers, and its flowers attract bees and other pollinators, making it a beautiful addition to any herb garden. Shipped in a 4" pot.
Green Tulsi FAQ
Can I grow tulsi outdoors?
Yes, from spring after frost through fall. Bring it indoors when nights drop below 50°F.
Should I pinch the flowers?
Pinching flower spikes keeps the plant bushier and leafier; let some flower if you want to save seeds.
Can I grow it in a container?
Yes, move it from the 4" pot to an 8–12 inch pot with drainage.
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Seeds looked fresh and germinated well for me. Packaging was careful and clear.