{"product_id":"holy-basil-10-bag","title":"Holy Basil - 10\" Grow bag","description":"\u003cp\u003eHoly Basil, or Tulsi, is the most sacred and widely grown herb in Indian households, revered in Hindu tradition and central to Ayurveda. Native to the Indian subcontinent, this aromatic perennial herb forms a small bushy plant with fragrant green or purplish leaves and slender spikes of tiny purple-white flowers. Both Rama (green) and Krishna (purple) Tulsi are popular. Beyond its religious importance, Tulsi is prized for its medicinal leaves used in teas, kadha and remedies for cough, cold and immunity. It is easy to grow in pots and is believed to bring health, purity and positive energy to the home.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLamiaceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative region\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndian subcontinent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30–90 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30–60 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAromatic green or purplish toothed leaves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePurple to white\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMonsoon to winter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropical to subtropical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun; at least 5–6 hours daily\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRegular; keep lightly moist, avoid waterlogging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWell-draining fertile loam with compost\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20–35°C; protect from frost and cold\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompost or dilute organic feed monthly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePinch flower spikes and tips to keep it bushy, longer-lived\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYearly or when root-bound\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeeds; soft\/semi-hard stem cuttings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAphids, mealybugs, whiteflies, leaf-eating caterpillars\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-toxic to humans; leaves are edible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSacred plant for worship; leaves used in herbal teas, kadha and Ayurvedic remedies for immunity, cough and cold; valued in vastu for positive energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn India keep Tulsi in full sun, pinch off flower spikes regularly to prolong its life and keep leaves tender, and protect it from cold winter nights.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much sunlight does Tulsi need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTulsi needs plenty of sun, at least 5–6 hours of direct light daily, to stay healthy, bushy and aromatic.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I water Tulsi?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep the soil lightly moist, watering when the top layer dries, usually daily in summer. Avoid soggy, waterlogged soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy is my Tulsi plant drying or dying?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCommon causes are overwatering, poor drainage, cold weather, pest attack, or letting it flower and set seed too heavily. Pinch flowers and improve drainage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eShould I remove the flowers from Tulsi?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, pinching off the flower spikes (manjari) regularly keeps the plant bushy, prolongs its life, and keeps leaves tender for use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I propagate Tulsi?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrow from seeds or take soft stem cuttings, remove lower leaves, and root them in moist soil or water before planting out.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Tulsi safe to consume?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the leaves are non-toxic and widely consumed in teas, kadha and Ayurvedic remedies; it is safe and beneficial for most people.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow Tulsi indoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt prefers outdoor sun, but can grow on a bright sunny balcony or windowsill. In low light it becomes leggy and weak.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I keep Tulsi alive in winter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProtect it from frost and cold winds, reduce watering, place it in the warmest sunny spot, and prune lightly to help it through the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat pests attack Tulsi?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAphids, mealybugs, whiteflies and caterpillars are common. Spray with diluted neem oil and remove affected leaves to control them.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between Rama and Krishna Tulsi?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRama Tulsi has green leaves and a milder taste, while Krishna Tulsi has purplish leaves and a stronger, more peppery aroma. 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