Thai Basil – Ocimum basilicum var. thyrsiflora Live Herb Plant | Ships in 3 Inch Pot | Fresh Culinary Herb Aromatic Leaves | Perfect for Asian Dishes | Easy to Grow

Grow fresh, flavorful Thai Basil at home with this healthy live plant shipped in a 3-inch pot, ready for your kitchen garden, patio, or windowsill.

Thai Basil is known for its distinct sweet-spicy flavor with hints of anise and licorice. It is a key ingredient in many Southeast Asian dishes such as pho, curries, stir-fries, and noodle recipes. The plant produces fragrant green leaves and attractive purple stems, making it both edible and ornamental.

This compact herb is easy to grow and perfect for container gardening or small outdoor spaces.

You will receive a plant similar in size and health to the one shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Thai Basil plant
✔️ Shipped in 3-inch nursery pot
✔️ Healthy, well-rooted herb plant
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information

Common Name: Thai Basil
Botanical Name: Ocimum basilicum var. thyrsiflora
Plant Type: Annual herb (perennial in warm climates)
Growth Stage: Young plant
Sun Requirements: Full sun (6+ hours daily preferred)
Soil: Well-draining potting mix
Watering: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
Mature Height: 12–24 inches
Growth Rate: Fast
USDA Zones: 9–11 (annual in cooler zones)
Container Friendly: Yes

💡 Care Tip: Pinch off flower buds regularly to encourage bushier growth and more leaf production. Harvest leaves often to promote continuous growth.