Holy Basil (Tulsi) Herb Seeds
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Grow a sacred and healing herb with Holy Basil (Tulsi) Herb Seeds (Ocimum tenuiflorum), cherished in Ayurvedic tradition for its medicinal, spiritual, and culinary uses. With its fragrant, clove-like aroma and small purple flowers, Tulsi is both beautiful and beneficial—used in teas, remedies, and rituals for its calming and immune-supporting properties. These premium-quality seeds offer excellent germination, making them perfect for gardeners, herbalists, and wellness seekers alike.
Thriving in full sun and well-drained soil, Holy Basil is easy to grow in gardens, containers, or sunny windowsills. Its fast-growing nature and pollinator-friendly blooms add life and purpose to any space. Start from seed and enjoy the vibrant energy, soothing fragrance, and holistic benefits of this revered herb, grown right from your own garden.




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Features
Life Cycle
Annual
Planting Season
Spring to Summer
Growth Habit
Bushy, upright
Flavor Profile
Sweet, clove-like, spicy
Plant Characteristics
Aromatic leaves, purple stems
Use
Medicinal, culinary, spiritual
Growing Conditions
Warm, sunny, well-drained soil
Harvest Advantages
High oil content, frequent harvests
Plant Resistance
Heat-tolerant, disease-resistant
About Holy Basil (Tulsi) Herb Seeds
Ocimum tenuiflorum (also Ocimum sanctum)
Seed Names
Holy Basil, Tulsi
Seed Type
Open-pollinated
Holy Basil, also known as Tulsi, is a sacred herb in Indian tradition, revered for its medicinal properties and spiritual significance. With aromatic, slightly spicy leaves, it’s commonly used in teas, remedies, and rituals and grows vigorously in warm climates.
Planting Information
Light Requirement
Full sun
Planting Depth
1/4 inch
Sowing Method
Start indoors or direct sow
Plant Spacing
12–18 inches
Days to Maturity
60–75 days
Soil Preparation
Fertile, well-drained soil
Hardiness Zones
10 to 11 (annual in cooler zones)
Water Needs
Moderate
Planting Season
Spring to Summer
Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
100
Up to 100 sq ft
500
Up to 500 sq ft
1000
Up to 1,000 sq ft