Thai Siam Queen leaves are very fragrant and have a stronger spicy clove flavor than Genovese. It has glossy dark green leaves and deep purple flowers. Its leaves are commonly used to flavor a variety of Thai and Vietnamese cuisine. This basil makes a beautiful ornamental herb can be mixed throughout annual beds, planted in pots, or even cut stems as an addition to fresh bouquets. Needs full sun to part shade. Shade will cause lower yield Basil does not like to be wet and roots will rot if exposed to constant water. When you receive you basil plants, pot them in a small pot. As they grow re-pot them to a larger pot. Planting them in a large pot to begin with may cause root rot or other disease if the soil does not dry out. Use a terra cotta pot to avoid this problem. Use a good potting soil not black dirt or top soil for your pots. We prefer Organic Pro Mix. It contains an organic starter fertilizer. Prune your basil plant when it reaches 8 inches to increase branching. After each pruning, side dress with an organic fertilizer or compost. Cuttings can be used for culinary purposes. When the summer nights stay above 60° F and days are above 80° Basil will undergo explosive growth. To take advantage of this, make sure you have paid attention to pruning. Grows to 12" - 18" Space Plants 12” to 18” apart. Basil needs good circulation around the plants to help minimize fungus When harvesting basil, make sure you leave 6 inches or more of the plant above ground. This will help the plant to regenerate for a second harvest if the growing season is long enough. Store harvested basil above 41°F or leaves will wilt and turn black. All Live Plant orders are shipped starting May 1st. We ship Monday - Wednesday only. All Orders are processed & shipped within 3-10 business days from the order date. Our Live Plant orders are shipped via USPS Priority Mail, 2-3 business day delivery. A street address is required for delivery.
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