{"product_id":"basil-thai-siam-queen","title":"Basil Thai Siam Queen","description":"\u003ch1\u003eDescription\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"209\" data-end=\"666\" class=\"\"\u003eThai Basil Siam Queen (Ocimum basilicum var. thyrsiflora) is a distinctive Asian basil variety known for its bold anise-licorice aroma, spicy-sweet flavour, and deep purple stems. Its pointed green leaves and lavender-pink flower spikes add both culinary and ornamental appeal. Unlike sweet basil, Siam Queen retains its intense flavour even when cooked, making it a favourite in Thai, Vietnamese, and fusion cuisine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"668\" data-end=\"1062\" class=\"\"\u003eThis variety thrives in South Africa’s warm climates, especially in full sun with well-drained, compost-enriched soil. It grows as a bushy annual, reaching \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e40-50 cm in height, and is excellent for garden beds, containers, or herb spirals. Quick to mature and resistant to bolting, Basil Thai Siam Queen provides continuous harvests throughout the summer growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAs well as adding delicious flavours to your food, Basil Thai Siam Queen can also be greatly beneficial to your plants and soil, even more reason to add it to your garden!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"body-text\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBenefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompanion Planting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproves \u003cstrong\u003eflavour (terpene profile) \u003c\/strong\u003eof other crops such as t\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eomatoes and peppers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlanting basil as a companion plant with other produce helps you get bug-free vegetables and fruits as it\u003cstrong\u003e repels insects\u003c\/strong\u003e such as aphids, beetles, tomato hornworms, mosquitoes and white flies.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInsect Repellant \u0026amp; Pollinator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e Repels aphids, whiteflies, and beetles due to its strong aroma.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e Attracts bees and beneficial pollinators, especially when in bloom.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIdeal for inclusion in pollinator-friendly gardens and integrated pest management systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to Grow \u0026amp; Versatile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGrows well in containers or garden beds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"2063\" data-start=\"2046\"\u003eHeat-tolerant\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-end=\"2085\" data-start=\"2068\"\u003ehigh-yielding\u003c\/strong\u003e if regularly pruned.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAdds both culinary and ornamental value to gardens and patios.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCulinary \u0026amp; Medicinal Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e Essential in Thai cuisine, perfect for stir-fries, curries, and pho.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eInfused in oils, teas, or used fresh for a flavourful, antioxidant-rich boost.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eTraditionally used for \u003cstrong data-end=\"1629\" data-start=\"1608\"\u003edigestive support\u003c\/strong\u003e, to ease nausea, and relieve stress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNutritional Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eRich in \u003cstrong data-end=\"1719\" data-start=\"1706\"\u003evitamin A\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-end=\"1734\" data-start=\"1721\"\u003evitamin K\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong data-end=\"1753\" data-start=\"1740\"\u003evitamin C\u003c\/strong\u003e – supports immunity, eye health, and blood clotting.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eContains \u003cstrong data-end=\"1829\" data-start=\"1818\"\u003eeugenol\u003c\/strong\u003e – an anti-inflammatory compound beneficial for joints and reducing swelling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eNatural source of \u003cstrong data-end=\"1944\" data-start=\"1927\"\u003eiron, calcium\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong data-end=\"1966\" data-start=\"1950\"\u003eantioxidants\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHow To Use\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBasil Thai Siam Queen flourishes under the following conditions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeason\u003c\/strong\u003e: Spring\/Summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e20-30°C\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGerminate\u003c\/strong\u003e: 7-14 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDepth\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing\u003c\/strong\u003e: 20x20 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest\u003c\/strong\u003e: 60-90 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 40-50 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering Season\u003c\/strong\u003e: Mid to late summer (pinch to delay flowering)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure\u003c\/strong\u003e: Full sun (6+ hours daily)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal Growing Environment\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eLight, well-drained loam or sandy \u003ca title=\"Substrate\" href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/category\/soil\/substrate\"\u003esoil\u003c\/a\u003e, rich in \u003ca title=\"Mushroom Compost\" href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/mushroom-compost\"\u003ecompost\u003c\/a\u003e; pH 6.0–7.0.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eRegular but not excessive – keep soil moist but not soggy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOrganic compost or \u003ca title=\"Vegetative Fertilisers\" href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/tags\/?tag=Vegetative\"\u003eliquid fertiliser\u003c\/a\u003e every 3–4 weeks during active growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e Basil Thai Siam Queen is sensitive to the cold and prefers warm conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePrefers moderate humidity (50–70%); ensure good air circulation to prevent fungal issues.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e Basil Thai Siam Queen will grow faster if it is regularly harvested.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e Basil Thai Siam Queen plants to retain moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerforms well in most South African summer regions. Not frost tolerant – plant after the last frost in cooler zones.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits\u003c\/strong\u003e from\u003cstrong\u003e being planted alongside \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Tomato Options\" href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/tags\/?tag=Tomatoes\"\u003etomatoes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/tags\/?tag=Capsicums\" title=\"Capsicum Options\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ecapsicums\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/tags\/?tag=Lettuce\" title=\"Lettuce Options\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003elettuce\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/french-marigold\" title=\"French Marigold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003emarigolds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eoregano\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntercropping\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pair with \u003ca title=\"Tomato Options\" href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/tags\/?tag=Tomatoes\"\u003etomatoes\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca title=\"Capsicum Options\" href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/tags\/?tag=Capsicums\"\u003ecapsicums\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca title=\"Broccoli\" href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/broccoli-green-sprouting\"\u003ebroccoli\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca title=\"Strawberry Milan F1\" href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/strawberry-milan-f1\"\u003estrawberries\u003c\/a\u003e to deter pests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrop Rotation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Use as companions or rotate after heavy feeders. Perennials (\u003ca title=\"Rosemary\" href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/rosemary-simplyherbs\"\u003erosemary\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca title=\"Winter Thyme\" href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/thyme-winter\"\u003ethyme\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca title=\"Lavender Blue Spear\" href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/lavender-blue-spear\"\u003elavender\u003c\/a\u003e) stay in place longer.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Rejuvenation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Enhance soil microbes; use as borders between cycles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid planting with rue\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003esage\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003ecucumbers \u003c\/strong\u003e– may stunt growth or compete for resources.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor placement of large orders contact us at: office@greenhouston.co.za \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Green Houston","offers":[{"title":"0.05g (45 Seeds)","offer_id":46980138172659,"sku":"","price":14.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.2g (180 Seeds)","offer_id":46980138205427,"sku":"","price":44.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/9087\/6044\/files\/Basil_Thai_Single.png?v=1750850575","url":"https:\/\/greenwares.myshopify.com\/products\/basil-thai-siam-queen","provider":"Green Houston","version":"1.0","type":"link"}