Description:
- Leaves:Green leaves with a refreshing aroma similar to camphor.
- Flavor: Cool and minty.
- Uses: Medicinal purposes, often used in teas and herbal remedies for respiratory issues.
- Characteristics:Compact growth with small, oval-shaped leaves and a strong scent.
Planting Instructions:
- Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil with a pH of 6.0-7.0.
- Sowing: Direct sow seeds or transplant seedlings after the last frost date.
- Depth: Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep.
- Spacing: Space seeds or seedlings 12-18 inches apart.
- Sunlight: Full sun, at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day.
- Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
- Temperature: Holy Basil prefers warm temperatures between 70-90°F (21-32°C).
- Harvesting: Harvest leaves as needed once the plant reaches a mature size.