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4.7 out of 5 (181 experiences)


Also known as
Sweet Basil, Sweet Basil, Thai Basil, Basil, Genovese Basil, Christmas Basil, Red Rubin, Lemon Basil, Emerald Tower Basil and lettuce Leaf basil
Taxonomy
Ocimum basilicum
Ocimum
Lamiaceae
Lamiales

How to care for Organic Basil

How often to water your Organic Basil

every 9
Organic Basil needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9

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Finding light for Sweet Basil in your home

a window
Organic Basil love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Organic Basil does not tolerate low-light 🚫.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Organic Basil in your home 🏡.

How to fertilize Organic Basil

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Organic Basil after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

Organic Basil can be challenging to care for, according to some plant parents. Check out the reviews down below to learn from their experiences!
Water Needs
Organic Basil prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Organic Basil requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.
Toxicity
Organic Basil is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.
Humidity
Organic Basil doesn’t require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.
Soil
Organic Basil does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
Fertilizer
Organic Basil is a fast growing plant and may deplete the nutrients in its soil over time. Replenish them with a gentle organic fertilizer or compost every 1-2 months depending on your location and season. Fertilize more often during the growing season and in warmer and brighter climates.
Native Region
Organic Basil is native to Worldwide.
Flowers
Yes, you may see your Organic Basil bloom with the right amount of sunlight and water.
Growth Pattern
Organic Basil grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.
Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
Organic Basil can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 10a-10b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Propagation
The seeds of Organic Basil can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.
Yellow Leaves
Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.
Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Organic Basil, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.
Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!
Care Summary for Organic Basil
Organic Basil
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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