Siam Queen Thai Basil

Scientific Name: Ocimum x africanum 'Siam Queen'

Also Known As

Ocimum 'Thai Siam Queen'
Ocimum x citriodorum 'Siam Queen'
Lemon Basil
Ornamental Basil
Thai Basil
Thai Siam Queen Basil

Plant type

perennial, herb, annual / biennial

size

H: 12"-24"
W: 12"-24"

planting zones

9b-12

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Siam Queen Thai Basil plant details

Siam Queen Thai Basil is a broadleaf deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen annual / biennial or perennial herb with green foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Siam Queen Thai Basil

Plant type: annual / biennial or perennial herb
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in summer
Uses: compact, container plant, culinary, edible, fragrant foliage

GROWING CONDITIONS for Siam Queen Thai Basil

USDA Zones: 9b - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

You just can’t cook Thai food properly without this essential ingredient! This Basil has the anise undertones necessary to evoke authentic flavor in dishes and growing your own is really the best way to have it on hand in the fresh state, when all of the essential oils are most potent! The quintessence of Summer, I can't think of anyone who could object to fresh, home grown Basil. Rich Soil, regular water and full Sun are what basil requires. To 1’ or more in height and width, pinch tips back for bushier plants, with more fresh tips to harvest from. After you’re done with your culinary harvest, let the plants flower – they have some of the best flowers for bees!

By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

Outstanding fragrance and flavor with larger leaves and thicker stems producing higher yields of greens. Can be harvested for 4 months..sunny, evenly moist, well drained soil...