Lime Basil Seeds 500 Count - Citrus-Scented Ocimum basilicum Herb for Culinary & Garden

Lime Basil (Ocimum basilicum) is a distinctive annual herb prized for its bright, citrus-lime aroma and flavor. This versatile basil variety brings a refreshing twist to traditional basil, making it a favorite for culinary gardens, container plantings, and herb borders. The plants produce lush green foliage and small white flowers that attract pollinators, adding both beauty and function to the garden.

Whether you're growing herbs for the kitchen or enhancing your landscape, Lime Basil is an easy-to-grow choice that performs well in warm, sunny conditions. Its compact habit and vigorous growth make it suitable for beds, pots, and raised gardens alike.

Plant Features

• Citrus-lime scent and flavor, ideal for fresh culinary use
• Attracts beneficial pollinators with its small white blooms
• Compact, bushy growth habit suitable for containers
• Annual herb that thrives in full sun
• Fast-growing and easy to cultivate from seed

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Ocimum basilicum
• Plant Type: Annual herb
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
• Growth Habit: Bushy, upright
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 10-11 (grown as annual elsewhere)
• Bloom Season: Summer
• Mature Height: 12-24 inches
• Spacing: 8-12 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow Lime Basil seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost, or directly outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Press seeds lightly into the soil surface; do not cover deeply, as light aids germination. Keep the growing medium evenly moist and maintain a warm temperature (65-75°F) for best results. Once seedlings have two sets of true leaves, thin or transplant to the recommended spacing.

Provide consistent moisture and full sun for vigorous growth. Pinch back flower buds to encourage leaf production, and harvest leaves regularly to promote bushy growth. Lime Basil is sensitive to cold; protect plants if temperatures drop unexpectedly.

What's Included

500 Lime Basil (Ocimum basilicum) seeds.