Bush Basil Seeds - Herbal Plant

Bush Basil is a compact-growing basil type that forms a dense, rounded plant with multiple branching stems. It performs well in warm climates and thrives in well-drained, fertile soil with consistent sunlight. This variety adapts well to garden beds, borders, and container cultivation, making it suitable for small spaces and structured plantings. Regular trimming helps maintain its bushy form and supports continuous foliage development throughout the growing season.

Features

• Compact and bushy growth habit
• Dense branching structure with uniform shape
• Suitable for containers, borders, and small spaces
• Performs well in warm and sunny conditions
• Regular trimming encourages continuous growth

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Ocimum basilicum
• Common Name (US): Sweet Basil
• Seed Type / Variety: Bush Type
• Growth Habit: Herbaceous annual
• USDA Zones: 3 to 11 (grown as annual)
• Planting Season: Spring after last frost
• Growing Season: Warm season
• Sowing Season: March to June
• Sowing Season With Months: March, April, May, June
• Germination Time And Conditions: 5 to 10 days at 20 to 30 degrees Celsius in moist, well-drained soil
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil with organic matter
• Watering Needs: Moderate, consistent watering
• Mature Plant Size: 30 to 50 cm height, spread 30 to 45 cm
• Plant Spacing: 25 to 30 cm between plants