Thai Sweet Basil basil
Ocimum basilicum 'Thai Sweet Basil'
USDA zones9 to 9
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size1 to 3 feet tall12 to 24 inches wide
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer, autumn
- Soil types
- Sand, loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Thai Sweet Basil' basil (Ocimum basilicum 'Thai Sweet Basil') is an herb for containers, food gardens, borders, and indoor growing. It is typically grown as an annual. It is not cold-hardy and will not survive freezing temperatures. This plant likes full sun, average moisture, and sandy or loamy soil. It is fragrant, and its flowers attract butterflies and bees. Deer and rabbits usually look elsewhere for a meal.
Pairs well with Oregano, African marigold, Nasturtium, and Borage.