{"product_id":"red-holy-basil-ocimum-tenuiflorum-bare-root","title":"Red Holy Basil Ocimum tenuiflorum – Bare Root","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"420\" data-end=\"584\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"420\" data-end=\"584\"\u003eRed Holy Basil, scientifically known as Ocimum tenuiflorum, is a fragrant edible herb known for its aromatic leaves, reddish-purple stems and warm herbal scent.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"586\" data-end=\"817\"\u003eIt is commonly grown for teas, cooking, garnishing and home herb gardens. Red Holy Basil is also commonly known as \u003cstrong data-start=\"701\" data-end=\"710\"\u003eTulsi\u003c\/strong\u003e, and grows best in a bright, airy location with enough sunlight, regular watering and well-draining media.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"819\" data-end=\"915\"\u003eOur Red Holy Basil plants are grown in our Thailand nursery following organic growing standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"917\" data-end=\"1255\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"917\" data-end=\"937\"\u003ePre-Order Notice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"937\" data-end=\"940\"\u003eThis is a pre-order live plant item. Estimated fulfilment time is \u003cstrong data-start=\"1006\" data-end=\"1018\"\u003e5–7 days\u003c\/strong\u003e before delivery or collection. Plant size, shape and fullness may vary slightly depending on availability** before delivery or collection. Plant size, shape and fullness may vary slightly depending on availability and harvest condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1257\" data-end=\"1380\"\u003eThis listing is for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1277\" data-end=\"1305\"\u003ebare root Red Holy Basil\u003c\/strong\u003e. The plant will be sent with bare roots and must be repotted upon arrival.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1382\" data-end=\"1394\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1382\" data-end=\"1394\"\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1540\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1dvpdle\" data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1414\"\u003eHome herb gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5fgpfj\" data-start=\"1415\" data-end=\"1444\"\u003eTea, cooking and garnishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1bo3rs3\" data-start=\"1445\" data-end=\"1461\"\u003eEdible gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16lzds1\" data-start=\"1462\" data-end=\"1490\"\u003eBalcony and garden growing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"um1lmq\" data-start=\"1491\" data-end=\"1540\"\u003eGrowers who want to start with bare root plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1542\" data-end=\"1558\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1542\" data-end=\"1558\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1559\" data-end=\"1787\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1g78w3w\" data-start=\"1559\" data-end=\"1595\"\u003eRed Holy Basil, Ocimum tenuiflorum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"z2l4ct\" data-start=\"1596\" data-end=\"1618\"\u003eFragrant edible herb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"2tyy8m\" data-start=\"1619\" data-end=\"1662\"\u003eAromatic leaves with reddish-purple stems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"rho1b9\" data-start=\"1663\" data-end=\"1697\"\u003eSuitable for pots and containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1bktpib\" data-start=\"1698\" data-end=\"1729\"\u003eGrown in our Thailand nursery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1adc6v7\" data-start=\"1730\" data-end=\"1755\"\u003eSent as bare root plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ogjdam\" data-start=\"1756\" data-end=\"1787\"\u003eMust be repotted upon arrival\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1789\" data-end=\"1803\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1789\" data-end=\"1803\"\u003eCare Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1804\" data-end=\"2207\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"pkp85p\" data-start=\"1804\" data-end=\"1863\"\u003eLight: Full sun to partial shade, ideally 4–8 hours daily\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1t93bjm\" data-start=\"1864\" data-end=\"1918\"\u003eWater: Keep media lightly moist, but not waterlogged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1rhhr5y\" data-start=\"1919\" data-end=\"1964\"\u003eAirflow: Grow in a bright and airy location\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"bcgt79\" data-start=\"1965\" data-end=\"2012\"\u003eMedia: Repot using Chaiyo Universal Substrate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"nugayz\" data-start=\"2013\" data-end=\"2162\"\u003eOptional Amendment: Add Perlite or French Bark Nugget 8–15mm if your growing area is humid, shaded, low-airflow or the media stays wet for too long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"om3wd5\" data-start=\"2163\" data-end=\"2207\"\u003eAvoid: Overwatering and heavy, soggy media\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2209\" data-end=\"2354\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2209\" data-end=\"2252\"\u003eRecommended Chaiyo Mix for Home Growing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2252\" data-end=\"2255\"\u003eAt our Thailand nursery, we grow Red Holy Basil using \u003cstrong data-start=\"2309\" data-end=\"2320\"\u003eVEP Mix\u003c\/strong\u003e under nursery growing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2356\" data-end=\"2617\"\u003eFor home growing, we recommend \u003cstrong data-start=\"2387\" data-end=\"2417\"\u003eChaiyo Universal Substrate\u003c\/strong\u003e as a suitable potting base. If your growing area is more humid, shaded, low-airflow, or the media stays wet for too long, add \u003cstrong data-start=\"2544\" data-end=\"2584\"\u003ePerlite or French Bark Nugget 8–15mm\u003c\/strong\u003e to improve drainage and airflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2619\" data-end=\"2761\"\u003eAdjust watering based on sunlight, airflow, heat and humidity. Red Holy Basil enjoys consistent moisture, but the media should not stay soggy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2763\" data-end=\"2881\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2763\" data-end=\"2781\"\u003eHarvesting Tip\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2781\" data-end=\"2784\"\u003eSnip leaves regularly to encourage bushier growth. Harvest young fresh leaves for the best aroma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2883\" data-end=\"3066\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2883\" data-end=\"2901\"\u003eImportant Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2901\" data-end=\"2904\"\u003eThis is a live plant. 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