Lemon
Basil · Lemon
Heirloom
Ocimum x africanum
★ 5.01 review · 2 sources
Lamiaceae (Mint family) · Genus: Ocimum
Characteristics
Color
Green
Flavor
Citrus / LemonSweetTangy / Tart
Growth Habit
BushDwarf / Compact
Intended Use
Fresh / SaladOrnamentalSauce / PasteTea
Leaf Type
Small Leaf
About the Plant
Life Cycle
Annual
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Hardiness
Warm-Season/Very Tender
☀
Exposure
Full Sun, Tolerates Partial Sun
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Moisture
Evenly Moist but Well Drained
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Origin
Thailand
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Germination
5–14 days
at 60–80 °F
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Days to Maturity
60–80 days
Plant Height
1–2 ft
How to Plant
🏠
Start Indoors
4-6 Weeks Before Last Frost
Transplant
2-4 Weeks After Last Frost
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Direct Sow (Spring)
2-4 Weeks After Last Frost
Planting Depth
1/8–1/4 in
Seed Spacing
2–12 in
Row Spacing
10–24 in
Thin To
8–12 in
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Container Friendly
Yes
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Optimal Soil Temp
65–85 °F
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Soil Temp
60–80 °F
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Air Temp
50 °F
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Reviews (1)
Marcus from SeedrateZone 6a
★★★★★August 26, 2026
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