Holy Basil (Tulsi) Seed

Grow one of the world's most treasured herbs with Holy Basil (Tulsi). Revered for centuries in traditional herbal practices, Holy Basil is known for its fragrant leaves, beautiful flowering stems, and ability to attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators. Whether grown in containers, herb gardens, or alongside vegetables and flowers, Tulsi brings beauty, purpose, and biodiversity to any garden.

These seeds are harvested from healthy, productive plants grown and observed throughout the growing season in the Melanated Eden garden in USDA Zones 6B/7A. Carefully selected for vigorous growth, abundant foliage, and excellent garden performance, Holy Basil is an easy-to-grow herb that rewards gardeners with a plentiful harvest throughout the season.

Harvest the aromatic leaves for teas, culinary uses, herbal preparations, or simply enjoy the calming fragrance while spending time in your garden.

• Botanical Name: Ocimum tenuiflorum (Holy Basil / Tulsi)
• Plant Type: Annual Herb
• Leaf Color: Rich Green
• Sun Requirements: Full Sun (6–8+ hours)
• Plant Height: Approximately 18–36 inches
• Spacing: 12–18 inches
• Days to Germination: Approximately 7–14 days
• Days to Harvest: Approximately 60–90 days
• Pollinator Friendly: Yes – Highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects
• Best For: Herb gardens, containers, pollinator gardens, teas, culinary use, and herbal preparations

Growing Tip

Harvest regularly to encourage fuller, bushier plants and continuous leaf production. Pinching back the flowering tips early in the season promotes lush growth, while allowing some plants to bloom later provides an important nectar source for pollinators and gives you the opportunity to save seeds for future gardens.

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Note: While Holy Basil has a long history of traditional use in teas and herbal practices, Melanated Eden does not make medical or health claims about this product. If you are pregnant, nursing, taking medications, or have a medical condition, consult your healthcare provider before using herbs medicinally.