Holy Red Green Basil Seeds
Ocimum tenuiflorum — Holy Red Green Basil, also known as tulsi, is an aromatic sacred basil type with green and reddish-purple tones, valued for tea, fragrance, pollinator support, and herb collections.
This guide covers growing conditions, seed-starting basics, garden uses, and ordering information for Seedman customers.
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Plant Profile
Ocimum tenuiflorum
Holy Red Green Basil
Sacred basil and aromatic herb seeds
Warm-season annual; tender perennial in tropical climates
Often 18–36 inches
Full sun
Why Grow Holy Red Green Basil?
Holy Red Green Basil, also known as tulsi, is an aromatic sacred basil type with green and reddish-purple tones, valued for tea, fragrance, pollinator support, and herb collections. It is a useful addition for gardeners looking for distinctive seed-grown plants with ornamental, edible, ecological, or collection value.
- Tulsi tea gardens
- Aromatic herb collections
- Pollinator plantings
- Container herb gardens
Seed Germination Guide
Sow shallowly in warm seed-starting mix. Keep moist and warm until germination, then grow in full sun after frost danger has passed.
Seed germination can vary by freshness, storage, temperature, and growing conditions. Use clean containers and a well-drained seed-starting medium.
Garden & Landscape Uses
Holy Red Green Basil can be used in appropriate climates and garden styles where its mature size, sunlight needs, and moisture preferences are matched to the site. For best performance, provide full sun and soil conditions suited to the species.
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View Seedman Product PageFrequently Asked Questions
What is Holy Red Green Basil?
It is a tulsi or sacred basil type with aromatic foliage and red-green coloration.
Is tulsi used for tea?
Yes. Holy basil is commonly grown for fragrant herbal tea use.
Does it attract pollinators?
Yes. Flowering tulsi is very attractive to bees and beneficial insects.
Is it frost hardy?
No. It is tender and should be grown after frost or protected in cold weather.