Ocimum basilicum var. thyrsiflora, also known as Thai Basil, is a herb plant with a sweet flavor commonly used in Southeast Asian cuisines. It is a hardy plant in Singapore's climate.
Sunlight: Full to Partial Sunlight Water: Water regularly to keep soil evenly moist, allowing the soil to become slightly dryer between watering sessions. Fertiliser: Keep your plant in top form by feeding it every few weeks with a dilute solution of liquid fertiliser or sprinkling solid fertiliser over the soil. Plant Size: Approx. 30cm (vary in sizes) Rootball Size: 15cmø x 12cmH or
17cmø x 14cmHPot Type: Plant comes in a plastic landscape pot (with drainage holes)
* Product photo shown is for reference only. Actual plant colour, type, size and arrangement may differ from photo.
* Kindly take note when you're purchasing matching pot, the diameter has to be larger than the rootball size
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Soil for Ocimum basilicum var. thyrsiflora
Ocimum basilicum var. thyrsiflora should be grown in fertilised potting mix. Make or buy a fertilised mix which consist of coco peat moss or coconut fibre (coir), vermiculite or perlite, compost and other ingredients. A lightweight soil for Ocimum basilicum var. thyrsiflora needs to provide good drainage, hold moisture, and give roots room to grow.
Light Requirements
All plants depend on light for their survival, and making sure your potted plants get the right amount of light is key to keeping them happy. For both indoor and outdoor containers, group plants with similar light requirements. Don't mix shade lovers with sun lovers in a single pot; one or both of them will be unhappy, depending on where you place the pot.
