{"product_id":"thai-cutting-basil-cut-flower-seed","title":"Thai Cutting Basil Cut Flower Seed","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThai Basil Seeds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e40 Seeds Per Pack\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur Thai basil is grown right here on the farm and selected with cutting in mind. We are breeding toward taller plants with longer, stronger stems that work beautifully in bouquets and floral arrangements, while still keeping everything people love about Thai basil in the kitchen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe plants produce fragrant green foliage, purple stems, and attractive flower spikes that add texture and height to a cutting garden. And yes, it is still completely edible. The leaves have that classic Thai basil flavor: aromatic, slightly sweet, and gently spicy with notes of anise and clove.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a great variety for growers who want something that can pull double duty. Harvest the leaves for cooking, or allow the plants to mature and flower for fresh-cut stems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause this is part of our ongoing farm breeding and selection work, some natural variation in plant height, stem structure, foliage, and flowering may occur.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Full sun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSowing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Start seeds indoors 4–6 weeks before your last frost, or direct sow outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and the soil has warmed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanting Depth:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sow approximately 1\/4 inch deep and keep the soil consistently moist until germination.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGermination:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Typically 5–10 days in warm conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Space plants approximately 8–12 inches apart. For taller cutting stems, give plants enough room for good air circulation and strong growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Plant in fertile, well-draining soil. Thai basil appreciates consistent moisture but does not like waterlogged conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvesting for Eating:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Begin harvesting leaves once plants are established. Regular pinching encourages branching and additional leaf production.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvesting for Cut Flowers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e For longer stems, allow selected plants to grow taller without frequent pinching. Harvest flowering stems when several blooms have opened and place them directly into clean water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing Tip:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Thai basil loves warm weather. Once summer heat arrives, plants can grow quickly and produce an abundance of fragrant foliage and flowering stems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePack Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 40 seeds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ZinniaSeeds.com ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67625982853437,"sku":"1053","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0669\/9001\/4781\/files\/66E715EB-8F7B-4B29-8E85-F54E2FEFB96F.jpg?v=1791142157","url":"https:\/\/zinniaseeds.com\/products\/thai-cutting-basil-cut-flower-seed","provider":"ZinniaSeeds.com ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}