Quantity
Approximately 200 seeds
Exposure
Sun
Discover the plant
Family
Lamiaceae
Type
Herb
Cycle
Annual
Organic holy basil, or Tulsi, is a fascinating aromatic and medicinal plant that brings a useful, fragrant, and deeply soothing presence to the garden. Native to the Indian subcontinent, Ocimum tenuiflorum has been recognized for centuries for its central place in the Ayurvedic tradition, where it is cultivated as much for its virtues as for its symbolism. In the vegetable garden or on the patio, it forms an elegant clump with fragrant foliage, accented with minty and herbaceous notes that perfume the air at the slightest touch. Its purplish-pink flowers generously attract bees and other pollinating insects, adding lively animation around summer crops. Easy to grow in light, well-drained soil, it loves warmth, light, and consistent, moderate watering. It is sown with pleasure in spring, already imagining the harvests of leaves destined for beneficial infusions, herbal teas, or delicate culinary uses. In an ecological garden, it also plays a valuable role in supporting biodiversity while beautifully accompanying sun-loving vegetables. It is a plant that combines beauty, fragrance, tradition, and utility with rare harmony.
Planting guide
From plantingto establishment.
Planting depth
0.5 cm (0.2 in)
Establishment temperature
20 to 25 °C (68 to 77 °F)
Establishment time
7 to 14 days
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Exposure
Sun
Soil
Light and well-drained
Watering
Moderate
Container growing
A controlledenvironment.
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Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodJuly to September
Harvest60 to 90 days after sowing
Garden associations
What to plantwith it.
Good companionstomato, bell pepper, eggplant
Avoid planting withRue, fennel
Infusion, herbal tea, medicinal plant, cooking, pollinators
