Ocimum 'Siam Queen'
Basil-Thai
![Ocimum 'Siam Queen' Basil-Thai from Moose Crossing Garden Center](_ccLib/image/plants/DETA-471.jpg)
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- Long green leaves on dark stem
- Purple flowers in summer
- Licorice, clove like flavor
- Used in Asian/Thai recipes
![Border or Bed](image/chars/char-112.png)
Border or Bed
![Container](image/chars/char-110.png)
Container
![Edible](image/chars/char-93.png)
Edible
![Fragrant](image/chars/char-25.png)
Fragrant
![Heat Tolerant](image/chars/char-76.png)
Heat Tolerant
![Full Sun](image/chars/char-1.png)
Full Sun
![Average Water](image/chars/char-120.png)
Average Water
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Prefers sunny, warm location in the garden or in a container. Ensure well drained soil. Overwatering will promote mildew and rot the plant stalks.
Height: 24-36 in
Spacing: 6-8 in
Price Level 1: $4.99 ea.~4 ½” pot
Bloom Color: Purple
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Border or Bed
- Heat Tolerant
- Container
- Fragrant
- Edible
Exposure:
- Full Sun
Foliage Color:
- Green
Season of Interest (Foliage):
- Summer
- Spring Bloomer
Soil Moisture:
- Dry Soil
- Average Water