Wilders 3.5' Basil Thai

Ocimum basilicum var. thyrsiflora

Thai Basil 'Thai' is a bold, flavorful variety essential in Southeast Asian cuisine. It features deep green leaves with striking purple stems and flower buds, offering a spicy-sweet flavor with notes of anise and clove—perfect for curries, stir-fries, pho, and infused oils. Its upright growth and ornamental look also make it a standout in herb gardens and containers.

As a tender annual in Northern Connecticut, Thai basil thrives during the warm summer months but is highly sensitive to frost. For best results, plant after the last frost and harvest regularly to encourage bushy growth and delay flowering.

• Sunlight: Full sun

• Height: 18–24 inches

• Spacing: 12–18 inches

• Bloom Time: Mid to late summer (remove flower spikes to prolong leaf production)

• Special Features: Edible, bold anise flavor, ornamental purple stems, great for containers, heat-loving annual