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🌿 Lemon Basil – 200 Seeds | Ocimum × citriodorum | Non-GMO | Fresh, Easy to Grow | Citrus-Scented Culinary Herb
🌿 Lemon Basil – 200 Seeds | Ocimum × citriodorum | Non-GMO | Fresh, Easy to Grow | Citrus-Scented Culinary Herb
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Elevate your herb garden with the zesty fragrance and flavor of Lemon Basil (Ocimum × citriodorum). This unique basil variety offers a bright lemony aroma that pairs perfectly with teas, seafood, salads, and desserts. Its compact growth makes it ideal for container gardening, windowsills, or traditional garden beds.
Whether you're a culinary enthusiast or a hobby gardener, Lemon Basil is easy to grow and loved by bees and pollinators.
🌱 Plant Information:
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Botanical Name: Ocimum × citriodorum
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Seed Count: 200 non-GMO seeds
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Type: Annual herb
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Height: 30–60 cm (12–24 in)
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Flavor Profile: Sweet with a citrus twist
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Attracts: Bees and beneficial insects
🌼 Care Guide:
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Sunlight: Full sun (6–8 hrs/day)
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Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
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Watering: Keep soil evenly moist but not soggy
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Germination: 5–10 days
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Sowing: Start indoors 4–6 weeks before last frost or sow directly outdoors after danger of frost
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Spacing: 20–30 cm (8–12 in) apart
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Harvesting: Begin harvesting once the plant reaches 6 inches tall; pinch off flower heads to prolong leaf production
🍃 Benefits:
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Distinct lemon aroma and taste
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Great for cooking, teas, and garnishing
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Easy to grow in pots or gardens
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Encourages biodiversity in your garden
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Fast growing and productive
The package contains 0.5 grams or around 200 seeds
Ocimum basilicum citriodora
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