Lemon Basil (Ocimum basilicum) is an herb that is very fragrant with a distinct lemony aroma. This annual is excellent with fish and salad dressings and is also great for teas, potpourris, etc. Lemon Basil is great for the back porch in planters where it will naturally repel mosquitoes.
- Seed Amount:
- 80k Seeds or 1/4 LB
- Climate:
- Sub-tropical, Temperate
- Planting Time:
- 10 Weeks
- Common Name:
- Thai Lemon Basil, Lao Basil
- Indoor/Outdoor:
- Indoor & Outdoor
- Color:
- Green
- Growth Habit:
- Clumping
- USDA Hardiness Zone (°F):
- Zones 3-12
- Soil Type:
- Clay, Loam
- Brand:
- Southeast Seeds
- Soil pH:
- 6.1 - 7.3
- Season of Interest:
- Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter
- Type:
- Herb Seeds
- Watering:
- Medium
- Life Cycle:
- Annual
- Genus:
- Ocimum Basilicum
- Sunlight:
- Full Sun, Partial Shade
- Features:
- Aromatic, Zesty
- Cultivating Difficulty:
- Very Easy
- Country/Region of Manufacture:
- United States
- Species:
- Manglak, Hoary Basil, Kemangi
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