{"product_id":"thai-basil-ocimum-basilicum-seeds","title":"Thai Basil Seeds – Ocimum basilicum | Aromatic Culinary Herb – WINTER \/ SUMMER","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThai Basil\u003c\/strong\u003e is an aromatic basil type known for its fresh green leaves and distinctive fragrance.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompared with common sweet basil, Thai Basil is usually more strongly aromatic and is especially popular in Southeast Asian cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants develop a branching, leafy habit and respond well to regular pinching and harvesting, which helps encourage fuller growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong aromatic foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePopular culinary basil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for repeated harvesting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact branching growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for pots and grow bags\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for kitchen gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood for rooftop and balcony gardening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerforms well in warm conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCulinary Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThai Basil can be used in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStir-fries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoodle dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFried rice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSalads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSauces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarinades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGarnishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAsian-style recipes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh leaves are best added near the end of cooking to preserve their aroma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Grow Bags\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/greengardens.pk\/products\/green-g-11-grow-bag-11x10-inch-5-gallon\"\u003eG-11 Grow Bag – 11 × 10 inch\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSuitable for a compact group of basil plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/greengardens.pk\/products\/green-g-12-grow-bag-12x12-inch-6-gallon?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eG-12 Grow Bag – 12 × 12 inch\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProvides additional space for a fuller herb planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/greengardens.pk\/products\/green-g-24-grow-bag-24x12-inch-23-5-gallon?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eG-24 Grow Bag – 24 × 12 inch\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSuitable for a larger basil patch or mixed herb planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Soil \/ Potting Mix\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e50% \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/greengardens.pk\/products\/vermicompost?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eVermicompost\u003c\/a\u003e + 50% Bhalu Mitti (Sandy Soil)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMix thoroughly before sowing or transplanting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe growing medium should be:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFertile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWell drained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoisture-retentive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree from hard compaction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThai Basil prefers regular moisture but should not remain permanently waterlogged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Instructions from Seeds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. Prepare the Growing Medium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMix \u003cstrong\u003e50% Vermicompost + 50% Bhalu Mitti\u003c\/strong\u003e thoroughly and prepare a fine, loose surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. Sow the Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eScatter seeds thinly over the soil surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCover with only a \u003cstrong\u003every light layer of fine soil\u003c\/strong\u003e, around \u003cstrong\u003e3–5 mm deep\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. Water Gently\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse a fine mist or gentle shower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the soil surface evenly moist during germination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. Germination\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSeeds generally germinate within:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5–14 days\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eunder suitable conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5. Light Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnce established, provide approximately \u003cstrong\u003e5–7 hours of sunlight daily\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMorning sunlight with some afternoon protection can be useful during very hot weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6. Thin the Seedlings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRemove weak or overcrowded seedlings once several true leaves develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e7. Transplanting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf started in trays, transplant once seedlings are sturdy and have approximately \u003cstrong\u003e4–6 true leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8. Plant Spacing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaintain approximately:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e20–25 cm between plants\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003efor good airflow and branching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e9. Watering\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKeep the soil evenly moist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater when the upper layer begins to dry, but avoid permanently soggy conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10. Feeding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe recommended growing medium already contains Vermicompost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditional \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/greengardens.pk\/products\/vermicompost?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eGREEN GARDENS Vermicompost\u003c\/a\u003e may be applied lightly around established plants when required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e11. Pinching \u0026amp; Pruning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePinch the growing tips regularly to encourage:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMore branching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBushier growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh leafy shoots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBetter harvest continuity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemove flower spikes if your main goal is continued leaf production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e12. Harvesting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBegin harvesting once plants are well established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCut tender shoots just above a leaf node.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid removing too much foliage at one time so the plant can continue growing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRelated Products\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/greengardens.pk\/products\/green-g-11-grow-bag-11x10-inch-5-gallon\"\u003eG-11 Grow Bag – 11 × 10 inch\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/greengardens.pk\/products\/green-g-12-grow-bag-12x12-inch-6-gallon?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eG-12 Grow Bag – 12 × 12 inch\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/greengardens.pk\/products\/green-g-24-grow-bag-24x12-inch-23-5-gallon?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eG-24 Grow Bag – 24 × 12 inch\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/greengardens.pk\/products\/vermicompost?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eGREEN GARDENS Vermicompost\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/greengardens.pk\/collections\/grow-bags?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eGREEN GARDENS Grow Bags\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Green Gardens","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47383176380673,"sku":null,"price":145.0,"currency_code":"PKR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/6266\/6497\/files\/ThaiBasil_GREENGARDENS_2.png?v=1787781285","url":"https:\/\/greengardens.pk\/products\/thai-basil-ocimum-basilicum-seeds","provider":"Green Gardens","version":"1.0","type":"link"}