How to Grow Thai Basil by: Sarah 0 Comments Posted:7/24/2023Updated:7/19/2023 Today, let’s talk about one of my favorite ingredients: Thai Basil.We’ll learn how to grow Thai basil in your garden, different varieties, and the many recipes we love using it in! Since Thai basil doesn’t take up much space, you can grow it easily in containers as well as in the ground, making it a great herb to grow on a fire escape, patio, or front porch.It’s a summer crop that loves heat, which we have in spades right now.

PAST POSTS! We’re posting a new ‘how to grow’ article every month of the growing season, guided by Christina Chan at Choy Division, a regenerative Asian produce farm in Chester, NY.Christina has shared her best tips with us, which we are passing along to you! If you’re new to this series but interested in learning more, check out our past posts on how to grow: Bok choy Napa cabbage Chinese eggplant Chilies Chinese garlic chives Daikon radish Garlic As well as our full Garden/Farm section of the blog, where we talk about raising backyard chickens and ducks for eggs, share farm updates, and more! Thai Basil Varieties While Italian basil is the most well-known basil variety here in the U.S., there are many types, including lemon basil, purple basil, tulsi, and more.There are also multiple varieties that could be described as “Thai basil.” Today, we’re focusing on Thai sweet basil, as well as Thai holy basil.

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