Holy basil

SpeciesOcimum tenuiflorum

Also called Ocimum tenuiflorums, Tulsi, Thai holy basil

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Holy basil
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Fact sheet

every fact quoted from its source
Days to maturity65–80 days

“Holy basil typically takes about 60 to 90 days to reach full maturity” — How Long Does Holy Basil Take To Grow - Our Wild Garden

Germination temperature70 °F

“Germination Temp (°F) 70” — Holy Basil Growing Guide — SproutSmart

Lightfull sun

“Light: Full Sun” — Holy Basil Growing Guide — SproutSmart

Waterconsistent moisture

“Keep the soil consistently moist” — How Long Does Holy Basil Take To Grow - Our Wild Garden

Hardiness zonesZone 7b

“Zone 7b” — Holy Basil Growing Guide — SproutSmart

Height24 in

“At this point, the plant can reach up to 2 feet tall” — How Long Does Holy Basil Take To Grow - Our Wild Garden

Propagationseed

“If you’re asking how long does holy basil take to grow, seed starting is where your journey begins” — How Long Does Holy Basil Take To Grow - Our Wild Garden

Transplantwait until soil reaches 60°F and nights stay above 50°F

“Wait until soil reaches 60°F and nights stay above 50°F before moving outdoors” — Holy Basil Growing Guide — SproutSmart

Ready when50-60 days, well branched, multiple healthy leaf pairs per stem, pinch or snip just above a set of leaves, before flowering fully opens

“Harvest starting around 50–60 days, once plants are well branched and have developed multiple healthy leaf pairs per stem” — Holy Basil Growing Guide — SproutSmart

Edible partsleaves

“Young leaves are more tender and perfect for fresh teas or salads” — How Long Does Holy Basil Take To Grow - Our Wild Garden

Pestsdowny mildew, leaf spot, leaf spots

“Look out for downy mildew and leaf spot, especially when leaves stay wet from overhead watering or humid air” — Holy Basil Growing Guide — SproutSmart

Companionslime, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, coconut milk, rice vinegar, lime or lemon, chicken or tofu

“lime, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, coconut milk, rice vinegar” — Holy Basil Growing Guide — SproutSmart

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