Tulsi “Holy Basil” "Temperate Tulsi" Ocimum africanum Minimum of 50 seeds per packet Annual, about 40 days to first harvest 12-18in tall Full sun and rich moist soil. Sow warm in pots in early spring 4-6 weeks before last frost, spread seeds on soil surface and maintain even moisture. Gemination in 7-10 days. Space 12in apart. Trim flowering tops above leaf nodes to encourage branching, grows bushy and flowers all season long. This variety is adapted to grow in a variety of climates, especially cooler climates like here in Maine. Temperate Tulsi is vigorous for a long season and wonderfully enjoyable to grow. Tulsi is an excellent tea herb; it is sweet, aromatic, and uplifting. Trim flowering tops and upper leaf sections at least once a week to encourage continued growth all season long. Enjoy leaves and flowers fresh or dried as a tea, in lemonade, as a garnish for fresh fruit, or infused as a simple syrup.
