Ocimum sanctum
Holy Basil (also known as Tulsi) is a heavily fragrant herb in the mint family. It’s sweet scent attracts pollinators including the Dilemma Orchid Bee. Great for a variety of culinary and medicinal uses, Holy Basil is an excellent plant to have in the garden.
Ocimum sanctum
Holy Basil (also known as Tulsi) is a heavily fragrant herb in the mint family. It’s sweet scent attracts pollinators including the Dilemma Orchid Bee. Great for a variety of culinary and medicinal uses, Holy Basil is an excellent plant to have in the garden.
Florida-friendly, fragrant, edible, reseeding, perennial herb
Full sun to light shade, average to dry (well drained) soil
Prefers nutrient rich soils, but grows in sandy soils; frost protection required
Edible leaves are used for their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties
