Bombay Seeds Sweet Scented Basil Seeds
Grow Fragrant and Flavorful Sweet Scented Basil in Your Garden
Bombay Seeds Sweet Scented Basil Seeds bring you the perfect opportunity to grow this aromatic herb in your own garden. Known for its sweet and slightly spicy aroma, Sweet Scented Basil (also called Tulsi in many regions) is a beloved herb in Mediterranean and Asian cuisine. In addition to its culinary uses, basil also offers various health benefits and is widely used in traditional medicine.
Benefits of Sweet Scented Basil
- Culinary Uses: Sweet Scented Basil is perfect for adding flavor to pastas, pizzas, salads, soups, and Thai dishes. It pairs well with tomatoes, garlic, and olive oil.
- Rich in Nutrients: This basil variety is a great source of vitamins A, C, K, and folate, along with essential minerals like iron, calcium, and magnesium.
- Antioxidant Properties: Rich in antioxidants, Sweet Scented Basil helps combat oxidative stress and inflammation in the body.
- Stress Relief and Immune Support: Known for its adaptogenic properties, basil helps reduce stress and supports the immune system.
- Anti-inflammatory: Basil has natural anti-inflammatory effects, making it beneficial for digestive and joint health.
Specifications of Sweet Scented Basil Seeds
- Common Names: Sweet Basil, Tulsi, Ocimum basilicum.
- Sunlight: Sweet Scented Basil thrives in full sun and needs at least 6–8 hours of sunlight daily.
- Soil: Prefers well-drained, fertile soil with a pH of 6.0 to 7.5.
- Watering: Requires regular watering, but avoid waterlogging as it can lead to root rot. Keep the soil slightly moist.
- Temperature: Ideal growing temperatures range between 20°C and 30°C.
- Germination Time: Typically 5–10 days.
- Height: Grows up to 18–24 inches tall, depending on growing conditions.
Precautions for Growing Sweet Scented Basil
- Watering: Avoid overwatering and ensure proper drainage to prevent root rot. Basil prefers slightly moist soil but not soggy conditions.
- Pests: Basil is vulnerable to pests like aphids and slugs. Use organic pest control methods such as neem oil or insecticidal soap.
- Pruning: Regularly pinch back the top leaves of the basil plant to encourage bushier growth and to prevent flowering, which can reduce the flavor.
- Temperature Sensitivity: Basil is sensitive to frost, so plant it after the last frost date in your area or grow it indoors during cooler months.
- Harvesting: Harvest the leaves regularly to promote fresh growth and to maintain the flavor. For the best taste, avoid letting the plant flower.
Sweet Scented Basil Names in Different Languages:
- Hindi: तूलसी का बीज (Tulsi ka Beej)
- Marathi: तुळशी बीज (Tulsi Beej)
- Tamil: துளசி விதை (Thulasi Vidhai)
- Telugu: తులసి విత్తనాలు (Tulasi Vithanalu)
- Kannada: ತುಳಸಿ ಬೀಜ (Tulasi Beeja)
- Malayalam: തുളസി വിത്തുകൾ (Thulasi Vithukal)
