Healthy Sweet Thai Basil Plant
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Sweet Thai Basil Plant

Sara's Superb Herbs

$36.99
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$36.99
This product does not ship to: AZ, CA, ID, MT, NV, OR, UT, WA
  • Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight)
  • Mature Height 12 - 18 Inches
  • Mature Spread 12 - 18 Inches
  • Growing Zones 8 - 10

Sweet Thai Basil is a common ingredient in Asian and Thai cooking, and this tasty plant adds a lovely burst of color to an herb garden, deck, or patio space. Also known as Ocimum 'Sweet Thai’, this plant has broad, 2-inch-long leaves that narrow to a point and have a licorice or clove-like flavor. The green foliage has purple accents and dark purple stems and flowers.

Sweet Thai Basil Plant Care  

Sweet Thai Basil plants need full sunlight to thrive. Plant it in rich, moist soil that is well drained. Pinch back new growth to encourage branching and create a more dense and full plant.

Growing Sweet Thai Basil Plant 

Pick the leaves to use fresh or dried at any time during the growing season. Harvest before the plant sets flowers for the best taste. Pinch back the flower buds when they appear to delay blooming.

The compact form of the Sweet Thai Basil Plant makes it a wonderful container plant. Grow this herb in an 8- to 10-inch container with drainage holes. 

Watering Sweet Thai Basil Plant 

Water this plant when the top couple of inches of soil are dry. Sweet Thai Basil Plants grown in containers need water daily or when the top layer of the soil is dry.

Feeding Sweet Thai Basil Plant 

Feeding this herb supports new growth. Fertilize the Sweet Thai Basil Plant three times throughout the growing season using balanced plant food formulated for herbs and veggies. 

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Sweet Thai Basil Plant Information

USDA Hardiness Zones: 8 - 10
Plant Type: Edible Plants
Light Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight)
Mature Height: 12 - 18 Inches
Mature Spread: 12 - 18 Inches
Spacing: 12 - 18 Inches
Habit: Upright
Flower Color(s): Purple
Flower Description:
Bloom Period:
Foliage Type: Herbaceous, Variegated
Foliage Color(s): Green
Foliage Description:
Seasonal Interest: Summer Flowering
Watering: Average
Resists: Deer, Rabbit
Tolerates: N/A
Attracts: Birds
Container Role:
Uses: Borders, Containers, Mass Planting
Features: Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flowers, Foliage Interest, Fragrant, Low Maintenance
Brand:
Common Name: Sweet Thai Basil Plant
Other Name(s): Sweet Thai Basil
Scientific Name: Ocimum 'Sweet Thai' - Thai Basil
SKU:
1231005973-pc

Container Sizes

Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

4.5 Pot

4.5" Pot
 Also Know As:
   4.5" Container

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months
 Plant Size:
   ~ 3"-6"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
 Volume:
   1.42 quarts

Quart Pot

Quart Pot
 Also Know As:
   Quart

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months - 1 year
 Plant Size:
   ~ 4"-8"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
 Volume:
   1.50 quarts

2.5 Quart

2.5 Quart
 Also Know As:
   2.5 Quart Pot

 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 8"-12"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
 Volume:
   2.20-2.30 quarts

#1 Pot

#1 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #1 Container
    1 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 10"-14"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 7"H x 7.75"W
 Volume:
   2.26-3.73 quarts

#2 Pot

#2 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #2 Container
    2 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 3 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-18"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
 Volume:
   1.19-1.76 gallons

#3 Pot

#3 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #3 Container
    3 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 2 - 4 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-30"
 Pot Size:
   ~9.5"H x 11"W
 Volume:
   2.32-2.76 gallons


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Plant Addict Guarantee (Included On All Plant Orders)

Plant Addicts guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy and healthy, but the plant(s) are being shipped through the mail and accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.

For information on how to care for you new plant please check out our guide. Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

Plant Addicts Warranty - 1 Year (Extra Purchase Required)

We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty whether you’re new or an expert. There are many variables outside our control and yours that can cause the demise of your plant(s). Examples would be hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, disease, insects & many other factors. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all the unknowns and will replace your plant if it moves on to the plant afterlife.

The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant purchase. We will cover 100% of the price of the plant but the warranty does not cover shipping cost. Simply let us know if your plant has died within one year of receiving it and we’ll get you a new one shipped out. We may ask for photos for documentation purposes but again we’ll try to make it as easy as possible.

For more information, please go to our Shipping & Returns page at the bottom of the website.

Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

Planter Shipping

Standard Colors: 2-3 business days

Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice

Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations

Plant Shipping

Time of Order:

Summer Shipping

  • If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.  
    • We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location


Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.

It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.

2 Reviews - Sweet Thai Basil Plant Show Reviews

  • 5
    Zone 8: Thai Basil is Healthy

    Posted by Katherine N. on May 08, 2023

    The Thai basil I ordered was very healthy when it arrived, and I'd say it was approximately 7-12 inches in height. It had a lot of leaves and stems too. It was packaged very safely and securely (in a tall box with an additional plastic bag/wrap around the pot) and came in a large pot with plenty of soil. The unopened package was around 8-9 pounds. It is still healthy and growing, and the signature scent of Thai basil was very strong when it arrived (and still is as well), which is great. It is adjusting well after being placed into a different pot.

  • 5
    Zone 8: Thai Basil is...

    Posted by Thao Nguyen on May 08, 2023

    The Thai basil I ordered was very healthy when it arrived, and I'd say it was approximately 7-12 inches in height. It had a lot of leaves and stems too. It was packaged very safely and securely (in a tall box with an additional plastic bag/wrap around the pot) and came in a large pot with plenty of soil. It is still healthy and growing, and the signature scent of Thai basil was very strong when it arrived (and still is as well), which is great. It is adjusting well after being placed into a different pot.