Description:
Leaves:Light green leaves with a clove-like aroma.
Flavor: Mild and slightly bitter.
Uses: Medicinal purposes, especially for fever and respiratory ailments.
Characteristics:Wild or forest type, with a bushy growth habit and smaller leaves compared to other varieties.
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.
