Sweet Thai Basil, Heirloom Herb Seeds

Sweet Thai Basil — Authentic Horapha With Anise-Clove Flavor, Purple Stems, and Late-Flowering High Yields

Sweet Thai Basil — known as “Horapha” in Thailand and “Hun Quế” in Vietnam — is the authentic Thai basil with a distinctive spicy, anise-clove flavor that sets it apart from Italian sweet basil. The 3–4 inch green leaves and attractive purple stems are complemented by clusters of deep purple flowers that are themselves edible and flavorful. Late flowering results in high herb yields — pick young shoots regularly to extend the harvest and keep plants productive. Vigorous, easy to grow with few disease and pest problems. Outstanding in both Thai and Italian cooking, and as a garnish for drinks, salads, soups, pasta, and desserts. 72–90 days.

Why Grow Sweet Thai Basil?

• Authentic Horapha flavor — intense spicy basil with anise & clove notes
• Late flowering = high yields — longer harvest window than standard basil
• Edible purple flowers — use in any recipe calling for basil, or as garnish
• Purple stems & deep purple blooms — beautiful ornamental herb
• Versatile in the kitchen — Thai & Italian cooking, drinks, salads & desserts
• Vigorous & easy to grow — few disease and pest problems

Growing Notes

Start indoors 4–6 weeks before last frost. Sow seeds ⅛ inch deep in fertile, well-draining soil. Transplant outdoors after all frost danger has passed and nights are consistently above 50°F, spacing plants 12–18 inches apart in full sun. Pick young shoots regularly to extend harvest — do not let plants dry out. Late flowering means longer productive season than most basil varieties. Cold temperatures cause blackening of leaves.

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