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๐ŸŒฟ๐Ÿ‹ Unique Lemon Basil โ€“ 50 Seeds | Ocimum basilicum var. citriodorum | Citrusy Aroma & Flavor | Culinary & Medicinal Herb

๐ŸŒฟ๐Ÿ‹ Unique Lemon Basil โ€“ 50 Seeds | Ocimum basilicum var. citriodorum | Citrusy Aroma & Flavor | Culinary & Medicinal Herb

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Add a refreshing citrus twist to your herb garden with Unique Lemon Basil (Ocimum basilicum var. citriodorum), a flavorful and aromatic herb loved for its lemon-scented leaves and bright, zesty flavor. Perfect for teas, dressings, marinades, salads, and Thai or Mediterranean cuisine.

This variety grows quickly and is well-suited for pots, garden beds, or windowsills. A must-have for herb lovers and culinary gardeners.

๐ŸŒฑ Seed Quantity: 50 seeds


๐ŸŒฟ Key Growing Information:

  • Latin Name: Ocimum basilicum var. citriodorum

  • Variety: Lemon Basil

  • Plant Type: Annual herb

  • Growth Habit: Bushy, compact

  • Plant Height: 30โ€“50 cm (12โ€“20 inches)

  • Leaf Color: Bright green

  • Flower Color: White

  • Aroma/Flavor: Strong lemon scent and taste

  • Sowing Time: Spring after last frost or year-round indoors

  • Germination Time: 5โ€“10 days

  • Days to Maturity: 60โ€“70 days

  • Sunlight: Full sun (6+ hours daily)

  • Soil Type: Light, well-drained, fertile soil

  • Soil pH: 6.0โ€“7.5

  • Watering Needs: Regular but do not overwater; allow topsoil to dry between waterings

  • Spacing: 20โ€“25 cm apart

  • Uses: Culinary (teas, salads, marinades), medicinal, ornamental, pollinator-friendly

  • Special Features: Edible, aromatic, attracts bees, compact, easy to grow

๐Ÿ‹ Growing Tips:

  • Pinch off flower buds to encourage leaf production.

  • Harvest leaves regularly to promote bushy growth.

  • Suitable for container gardening and sunny windowsills.

  • Avoid waterlogged soil to prevent root rot.

๐ŸŒŸ Fun Fact: Lemon basil contains citral and limoneneโ€”natural citrus oils that give it its signature scent and are known for their calming properties!

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