herb variety
Thai
Basil · Ocimum basilicum
USDA hardiness range
- Zones
- 5a–9a
- Days to harvest
- 60 to 80
- Sun
- Full
- Water
- Moderate
- Lifespan
- annual
At a glance
Spicy-sweet, anise and licorice notes; narrower leaves with purple stems. Thai curries, pho garnish, stir-fries. Heat-tolerant, more pungent than Italian types.
Growing Thai
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Flavor, texture, and use
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Growing notes
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Thai by zone
Zone-specific suitability, frost timing, and adjacent-zone notes.
Other basil varieties
3 sibling cultivars profiled on ZonePlant.
- Genovese
Sweet, anise-clove notes, classic Italian basil flavor; large pointed green leaves. Pesto, caprese, fresh on t…
- Lemon
Bright lemon-citrus notes with classic basil base; small narrow green leaves. Fresh on fish, summer cocktails,…
- Purple Ruffles
Mild basil with peppery clove notes; deep purple ruffled leaves. Fresh, vinegar infusions (color), garnish. AA…
Frequently asked questions
- What zones does the Thai basil grow in?
Thai grows in USDA zones 5a through 9a.
- How does Thai compare to other basil varieties?
Thai is one of 4 basil varieties profiled on ZonePlant. See the full basil variety table for side-by-side comparison.
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Image: "Sweet Basil (Ocimum basilicum)", by Mokkie, via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC-BY Source.
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