Siam Queen Thai Basil Seeds - 5000 Non-GMO Herb Seeds for Planting

Siam Queen Thai Basil is a beloved culinary herb prized for its sweet, licorice-like flavor with hints of cinnamon and mint. This variety produces attractive plants with purple stems, purple flowers, and glossy green leaves, making it as ornamental as it is useful. Siam Queen is a favorite in Southeast Asian cuisine, perfect for fresh use in curries, stir-fries, salads, and soups. The compact, bushy plants are well-suited to garden beds, containers, and herb gardens, and they attract beneficial pollinators when in bloom.

Whether you're an experienced gardener or a beginner, Siam Queen Thai Basil is easy to grow from seed and offers a rewarding harvest of aromatic leaves throughout the season. Its vibrant purple blooms and fragrant foliage add both beauty and function to any sunny garden space.

Plant Features

• Sweet, licorice-like flavor with cinnamon and mint notes
• Attractive purple stems and flowers
• Compact, bushy growth habit
• Excellent for fresh culinary use
• Attracts pollinators when flowering

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Ocimum basilicum var. thyrsiflora
• Plant Type: Annual herb
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
• Growth Habit: Upright, bushy
• USDA Hardiness Zones: Grown as an annual in most zones
• Bloom Season: Summer to early fall
• Mature Height: 18-24 inches
• Spacing: 12-18 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow Siam Queen Thai Basil seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost, or directly outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed to at least 70°F. Press seeds lightly into the soil surface; do not cover deeply as light aids germination. Keep the soil consistently moist and maintain a temperature of 70-85°F. Germination typically occurs in 7-14 days.

Once seedlings have developed a few sets of true leaves, transplant them to a sunny location with well-drained soil, spacing 12-18 inches apart. Water regularly, especially during dry spells, and pinch back the growing tips to encourage bushier growth and more leaves. Harvest leaves as needed, and remove flower buds to prolong leaf production if desired. Basil is sensitive to cold; protect plants if temperatures drop below 50°F.

What's Included

5000 Siam Queen Thai Basil seeds (Non-GMO).