{"title":"Holy Basil (Tulsi) Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eBrowse Holy Basil (Tulsi) Seeds for culinary gardens, raised beds, containers, or mixed plantings. Compare options by flavor or aroma, lifecycle, growth habit, harvest use, and container fit to choose varieties suited to your site and goals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFollow the individual product page and seed packet for sowing depth, timing, spacing, light, water, and harvest or bloom guidance. Organic certification, lifecycle, and other seed attributes are identified on individual product pages where applicable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore the broader \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/herb-seeds\"\u003eHerb Seeds\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"strictly-medicinal-organic-holy-basil-temperate","title":"Temperate Tulsi Holy Basil Seeds (Organic)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis annual herb grows in temperate regions and develops purple-tinged stems and aromatic leaves. It can be planted in herb beds, vegetable gardens, and mixed plantings. The plant thrives in full sun and well-drained, fertile soil. Regular harvesting encourages branching and enhances leaf production. Direct sow in spring or start indoors and transplant after the last frost for best results. Plants reach 18–24 inches and bloom through the summer months. For more herbal allies and pollinator-friendly plants, explore our full collection of herb seeds .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVariety Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eOcimum tenuiflorum\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrop category:\u003c\/strong\u003e Herb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecorded feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Does Not Require Support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct format:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seed packet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSowing \u0026amp; Growing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soil Temperature: 70–85°F Planting Depth: 1\/4\" Germination: 7–14 Days Height At Maturity: 18\"–24\" Days To Maturity: 60–90…\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soil Temperature: 70–85°F Planting Depth: 1\/4\" Germination: 7–14 Days Height At Maturity: 18\"–24\" Days To Maturity: 60–90…\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun\/Part Sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStarting location:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct Sow or Start Indoors \u0026amp; Transplant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMatch Temperate Tulsi Holy Basil to the light, soil, and temperature information recorded for the species. Some herbs are direct sown, while others benefit from a protected start or species-specific pretreatment, so retain the packet for reference. Keep seed media from drying during establishment without leaving it saturated. Once plants are growing, harvest modestly so foliage remains for continued development. Assign perennial herbs a long-term location, and consider containers for species with a spreading habit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore sowing Temperate Tulsi Holy Basil, review the packet alongside the current product details and note any range in temperature, germination, or maturity. Ranges reflect biological and seasonal variation rather than a fixed promise. Label each planting with its date and location, then compare emergence, growth, and harvest with local weather. This record is useful for succession plantings and for deciding whether the crop fits better into an earlier or later seasonal window.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore related options in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/herb-seeds\"\u003efull collection of herb seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Strictly Medicinal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32283705639025,"sku":"SNV7099","price":5.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/products\/tulsi-temperate-holy-basil.jpg?v=1747081820"},{"product_id":"basil-purple-opal-organic","title":"‘Purple Opal’ Heirloom Basil Seeds (Organic)","description":"\u003cp\u003eBasil Purple Opal Organic is a stunning variety that adds both flavor and visual appeal to your garden and kitchen. With its deep purple leaves and aromatic fragrance, this basil is a standout choice for culinary and ornamental use. The leaves offer a slightly spicy, clove-like flavor with hints of anise, making it an excellent addition to salads, pasta, pesto, and even infused oils and vinegars. Its vibrant color holds in dishes, adding a striking contrast to lighter ingredients. This variety thrives in warm, sunny conditions and well-draining soil, making it a perfect choice for garden beds, containers, or windowsill planters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVariety Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Herbaceous\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrop category:\u003c\/strong\u003e Herb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKitchen profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Basil Purple Opal Organic is a stunning variety that adds both flavor and visual appeal to your garden and kitchen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecorded feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Container Compatible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct format:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seed packet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSowing \u0026amp; Growing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring or Summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStarting location:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct Sow or Start Indoors \u0026amp; Transplant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecorded soil pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.6 - 6.0 or 6.1 - 6.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecorded USDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMatch ‘Purple Opal’ Heirloom Basil to the light, soil, and temperature information recorded for the species. Some herbs are direct sown, while others benefit from a protected start or species-specific pretreatment, so retain the packet for reference. Keep seed media from drying during establishment without leaving it saturated. Once plants are growing, harvest modestly so foliage remains for continued development. Assign perennial herbs a long-term location, and consider containers for species with a spreading habit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore sowing ‘Purple Opal’ Heirloom Basil, review the packet alongside the current product details and note any range in temperature, germination, or maturity. Ranges reflect biological and seasonal variation rather than a fixed promise. Label each planting with its date and location, then compare emergence, growth, and harvest with local weather. 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Thriving in full sun and well-draining soil, Kapoor Tulsi matures in just 60-70 days, providing a continuous harvest of tender leaves. 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