{"product_id":"lime-basil-seeds-500-count-citrus-scented-ocimum-basilicum-herb-for-culinary-garden","title":"Lime Basil Seeds 500 Count - Citrus-Scented Ocimum basilicum Herb for Culinary \u0026 Garden","description":"\u003cp\u003eLime Basil (\u003cem\u003eOcimum basilicum\u003c\/em\u003e) 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCitrus-lime scent and flavor, ideal for fresh culinary use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts beneficial pollinators with its small white blooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact, bushy growth habit suitable for containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnnual herb that thrives in full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast-growing and easy to cultivate from seed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ocimum basilicum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual herb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, fertile soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bushy, upright\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10-11 (grown as annual elsewhere)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12-24 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8-12 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSow 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProvide 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e500 Lime Basil (\u003cem\u003eOcimum basilicum\u003c\/em\u003e) seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67824707010870,"sku":"FOLIA2-1040","price":10.76,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.6567502177_o1rt.jpg?v=1793004223","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/lime-basil-seeds-500-count-citrus-scented-ocimum-basilicum-herb-for-culinary-garden","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}