Distinctive Thai Flavor
Produces aromatic leaves with a sweet anise, licorice, and spicy clove-like flavor.
Siam Queen Basil Seeds for Sale
Suitable for home gardening use
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Siam Queen Basil Seeds
Siam Queen Basil, also known as Thai Basil, is an aromatic culinary herb admired for its rich green leaves, purple stems, and beautiful pink-purple flower clusters. This award-winning variety produces highly fragrant foliage with a distinctive anise, licorice, and clove-like flavor. It is widely used in Thai dishes, curries, soups, salads, and herbal preparations. Siam Queen Basil is also an attractive ornamental plant for herb gardens and containers.
Thai Basil Variety
Aromatic Herb
Purple Flower Clusters
Culinary Garden
Key Features
Decorative Purple Flowers
Develops attractive clusters of pinkish-purple flowers that enhance garden displays.
Productive Leaf Growth
Produces flavorful green foliage suitable for regular harvesting during the growing season.
Garden and Container Friendly
Suitable for herb gardens, raised beds, patio pots, and sunny container arrangements.
Product Highlights
Authentic Thai basil variety
Aromatic anise and licorice flavor
Rich green elongated leaves
Distinctive purple stems
Beautiful pink-purple flower clusters
Suitable for Thai cooking and curries
Ideal for herb gardens and containers
Attractive ornamental culinary herb
Specifications
| Scientific Name | Ocimum basilicum 'Siam Queen' |
| Common Name | Siam Queen Basil; Thai Basil |
| Plant Family | Lamiaceae |
| Seed Type | Culinary Herb Seeds |
| Plant Type | Warm-Season Annual Herb |
| Growth Habit | Upright, compact, and bushy |
| Foliage Color | Green to olive-green |
| Stem Color | Purple to dark purple |
| Flower Color | Pinkish-purple |
| Flavor Profile | Anise, licorice, and spicy clove notes |
| USDA Hardiness Zones | Typically grown as an annual; perennial in frost-free climates |
| Planting Season | Spring to early summer in temperate climates |
| Sowing Depth | Approximately 1/8–1/4 inch |
| Germination Time | Approximately 5–14 days |
| Germination Temperature | Approximately 65–85°F (18–29°C) |
| Days to Maturity | Approximately 60–75 days |
| Sunlight Requirements | Full sun to partial shade |
| Soil Requirements | Fertile, well-drained, moisture-retentive soil |
| Watering Needs | Moderate; maintain consistent soil moisture |
| Mature Plant Height | Approximately 18–24 inches, depending on conditions |
| Plant Spacing | Approximately 8–12 inches |
| Primary Uses | Thai cuisine, curries, soups, salads, and ornamental gardening |
Growing Guide
Step 1: Prepare the Seeds
Select fresh Siam Queen Basil seeds and prepare a fine-textured, well-drained seed-starting mix.
Select fresh Siam Queen Basil seeds and prepare a fine-textured, well-drained seed-starting mix.
Step 2: Sow the Seeds
Sow seeds approximately 1/8–1/4 inch deep in prepared soil. Cover lightly and water gently.
Sow seeds approximately 1/8–1/4 inch deep in prepared soil. Cover lightly and water gently.
Step 3: Maintain Warm Conditions
Keep the growing medium around 65–85°F (18–29°C). Maintain consistent moisture until seedlings emerge.
Keep the growing medium around 65–85°F (18–29°C). Maintain consistent moisture until seedlings emerge.
Step 4: Provide Sunlight
Place seedlings in a bright location with plenty of sunlight. Transplant outdoors after cold weather has passed.
Place seedlings in a bright location with plenty of sunlight. Transplant outdoors after cold weather has passed.
Step 5: Harvest and Maintain
Water regularly and pinch growing tips to encourage branching. Harvest fresh leaves as needed. Remove flower buds if your main goal is continued leaf production.
Water regularly and pinch growing tips to encourage branching. Harvest fresh leaves as needed. Remove flower buds if your main goal is continued leaf production.
Grow Aromatic Thai Herbs with Siam Queen Basil
Bring authentic Thai-inspired flavor to your home garden with Siam Queen Basil Seeds. This attractive herb combines fragrant green leaves, purple stems, and decorative flower clusters. Grow it in garden beds or containers and enjoy its distinctive aromatic foliage for curries, soups, salads, and other culinary creations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Discover useful information about Siam Queen Basil flavor, harvesting, and growing requirements.
What does Siam Queen Thai Basil taste like?
Siam Queen Thai Basil has a distinctive aromatic flavor with sweet anise, licorice, and spicy clove-like notes. Its flavorful leaves are commonly used in Thai curries, soups, stir-fries, and other Asian dishes.
When can you harvest Siam Queen Basil leaves?
Leaves can generally be harvested once plants become well established, often around 60–75 days from sowing. Pick healthy leaves regularly and avoid removing too much foliage at one time to encourage continued growth.
Why does Siam Queen Basil have purple stems and flowers?
Purple stems and attractive pinkish-purple flower clusters are natural characteristics of the Siam Queen variety. These features distinguish it from many common green-stemmed basil varieties and make it appealing for both culinary and ornamental gardens.