Thai Basil Siam Queen Ornamental Plant Seeds
Thai Basil Siam Queen Ornamental Plant Seeds
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Add a touch of exotic beauty to your garden with Thai Basil Siam Queen Ornamental Plant Seeds! These premium bonsai seeds offer a unique and stunning addition to any garden or bonsai collection. With its aromatic leaves, vibrant purple stems, and striking flowers, Thai Basil Siam Queen is not only a beautiful ornamental plant but also a popular herb used in Thai and Vietnamese cuisines. Its full-bloom period during the summer season makes it a standout choice for adding color and fragrance to your outdoor space.
Highlights:
- Product Type: Bonsai
- Style: Perennial
- Full-bloom Period: Summer
- Type: Blooming Plants
- Each pack contains 200 seeds
- Species and varieties: Thai Basil (Ocimum basilicum var. thyrsiflora) is a variety of basil native to Southeast Asia. 'Siam Queen' is a specific cultivar known for its ornamental value and culinary uses. It has a distinct anise-licorice flavor and is commonly used in Thai cuisine.
- Hybrid or heirloom: 'Siam Queen' is an heirloom variety, meaning it is open-pollinated and can be grown from seeds saved from the plant. It is prized for its consistent flavor and ornamental appeal.
- Pruning and training: Regular pruning is essential to encourage bushy growth and prevent the plant from becoming leggy. Pinch off the tips of the stems to promote branching. Remove flower buds to extend the harvest period and enhance leaf production.
- Fertilization needs: Thai Basil 'Siam Queen' benefits from a balanced, all-purpose fertilizer applied every 4-6 weeks during the growing season. Avoid over-fertilizing, as this can lead to excessive leaf growth with reduced flavor intensity. Organic compost or well-rotted manure can also be used to enrich the soil.
- Hardiness zones: Thai Basil 'Siam Queen' is suitable for USDA hardiness zones 10-11. It can be grown as an annual in cooler climates or indoors in containers.
- Climate requirements: This basil variety thrives in warm, sunny conditions with temperatures between 70-95°F (21-35°C). It requires full sun exposure and well-drained soil. It is sensitive to frost and should be planted after the last frost date in cooler regions.
