{"product_id":"herb-basil-asian-thai-sweet-500-non-gmo-heirloom-seeds","title":"Herb Basil Asian Thai Sweet 500 Non-GMO, Heirloom Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eBring fragrant garden flavor into your kitchen with \u003cstrong style=\"color: #006400;\"\u003eAsian Thai Sweet Basil\u003c\/strong\u003e. Green leaves with a distinctive spicy anise-clove flavor grow on attractive purple stems, giving this culinary herb both kitchen value and ornamental appeal. Pick fresh sprigs to finish a curry, tuck leaves into spring rolls, or stir a generous handful into a warm skillet just before serving.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlso known as Horapha in Thailand and Hun Que in Vietnam, this vigorous herb reaches approximately \u003cstrong\u003e12 to 18 inches tall\u003c\/strong\u003e, with green leaves about \u003cstrong\u003e2 inches long\u003c\/strong\u003e. Grow it in sunny beds or suitable containers and harvest regularly for branching growth. Each packet contains \u003cstrong\u003e500 non-GMO, open-pollinated heirloom seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e. Thai sweet basil is distinct from holy basil, so recipes traditionally calling for holy basil will have a different flavor when this variety is substituted.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"color: #006400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Rate: 98%. Test Date: 4\/26. JSS.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eCulinary Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCurries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add fresh leaves near the end of cooking to retain their aromatic character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStir-fries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fold leaves into hot vegetables or cooked protein just before serving for an anise-clove finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh garnishes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Serve washed sprigs alongside noodle soups, rice dishes, and spring rolls.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSalads:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tear small amounts into vegetable or fruit salads for a fragrant contrast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHerbal infusions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steep washed leaves for an aromatic beverage without treating the drink as a medical remedy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHerb oils:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blend freshly washed and dried leaves with oil for immediate use. Do not store homemade herb-in-oil mixtures at room temperature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eMedicinal Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBasil has a history of traditional herbal use, but this listing does not establish Thai sweet basil as a treatment for any medical condition. Enjoy it as a culinary herb rather than relying on unsupported claims about digestion, mood, or other health outcomes. Consult a qualified health professional before using concentrated herbal preparations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eGrowing Directions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWait for warmth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Basil is frost-sensitive. Sow or transplant outdoors after frost danger has passed and conditions have warmed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStart seeds carefully:\u003c\/strong\u003e Follow packet sowing-depth and spacing directions, keeping the seedbed evenly moist while seedlings establish. Indoor seedlings need strong light and gradual hardening before transplanting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChoose sunshine:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide a sunny location with good airflow. In intense heat, some afternoon shade may help reduce stress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrepare well-drained soil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Incorporate finished compost as needed. Containers need drainage holes and a suitable potting mix.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGive plants space:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thin crowded seedlings according to packet guidance so leaves can dry and branches have room to develop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater consistently:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water at the base when needed without keeping roots waterlogged. Check containers more frequently during hot weather.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeed moderately:\u003c\/strong\u003e Follow fertilizer label directions and soil needs. Avoid excessive feeding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest above a leaf pair:\u003c\/strong\u003e Snip stems above a set of leaves to encourage branching, leaving enough foliage for continued growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManage flower spikes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pinch developing flower spikes when your priority is leaf production. Leave selected flowers if you want ornamental interest or to attempt seed saving.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSave seed thoughtfully:\u003c\/strong\u003e Let seed heads mature and dry before collecting. Volunteer seedlings and saved seed may vary if other compatible basil varieties cross-pollinate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eWhy Choose David's Garden Seeds®?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVeteran-Owned:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplying premium seeds since 2009.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGO TEXAN Certified:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supporting local agriculture and communities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrity Pledge:\u003c\/strong\u003e David's Garden Seeds has taken the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidsgardenseeds.com\/blogs\/news\/safe-seed-pledge\" style=\"color: #0000ee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Integrity Pledge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat Customer Service:\u003c\/strong\u003e David answers all customer service questions, usually within a few minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center; color: #ff0000; font-weight: 700;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000; font-weight: 700;\"\u003eOrder Asian Thai Sweet Basil Seeds Today\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrow fragrant leaves for curries, stir-fries, and fresh garnishes with 500 Thai sweet basil seeds.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eImportant Disclaimer\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing results:\u003c\/strong\u003e Height, leaf size, flavor, and yield vary with soil, weather, and care. Basil needs warm growing conditions and protection from frost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Packet seeds are intended for planting. Recipes use harvested leaves, not seed-packet contents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep unused seeds cool, dry, and protected from light and temperature swings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegional timing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Follow local frost dates and planting guidance rather than assuming every spring or fall is suitable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHerbal information:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional-use information is educational and is not a diagnosis or treatment recommendation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; color: #006400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eGrow something beautiful. Grow something delicious. Grow with David's Garden Seeds®.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eThai Sweet Basil Garlic Chicken\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse fresh harvested Thai sweet basil leaves for this quick stir-fry, not planting seeds. This is a Thai sweet basil-inspired dish, not a traditional holy-basil Pad Kra Pao recipe. Serves 4. Preparation: about 15 minutes. Cooking: about 15 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 pound boneless chicken breast or thigh, cut into bite-size pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 packed cup fresh harvested Thai sweet basil leaves, washed and dried\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 red bell pepper, sliced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 garlic cloves, minced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 tablespoons neutral cooking oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 tablespoon oyster sauce\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 tablespoons water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 teaspoon brown sugar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional: 1 small hot chili, finely chopped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCooked jasmine rice for serving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eDirections\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMix soy sauce, oyster sauce, water, and sugar in a small bowl. Prepare the basil and vegetables before handling raw chicken; use separate utensils and surfaces to avoid cross-contamination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken in a single layer, working in batches if needed, and cook while turning until browned and nearly cooked through.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd bell pepper and cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in garlic and optional chili for approximately 30 seconds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd the sauce mixture and cook, stirring, until chicken reaches 165°F in the thickest pieces as measured with a food thermometer. Add a splash of water if the pan becomes dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurn off heat and fold in Thai sweet basil until lightly wilted. Serve promptly over cooked rice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eServing and Storage Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreserve aroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add basil at the end rather than simmering it for a long time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAllergens:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soy sauce commonly contains soy and wheat; oyster sauce contains molluscan shellfish. Check ingredient labels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStore safely:\u003c\/strong\u003e Refrigerate leftovers, including rice, within 2 hours, or within 1 hour above 90°F. 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