5 Basil Seed Collection – Genovese, Holy (Tulsi), Large Leaf, Opal & Thai Basil Seeds for Culinary and Herbal Gardens

The 5 Basil Seed Collection brings together five distinct basil varieties, Genovese, Holy (Tulsi), Large Leaf, Opal, and Thai, each with its own color, fragrance, and flavor. The non-GMO, heirloom, open-pollinated mix supports everything from Italian pesto to calming herbal teas and aromatic Asian dishes, indoors or out.

At a glance

• Varieties: Genovese, Holy Basil (Tulsi), Large Leaf, Opal, and Thai basil
• Seed type: Heirloom, open-pollinated, non-GMO
• Planting depth: 1/4 inch in rich, well-draining soil
• Sun: Full sun, 6 to 8 hours daily
• Sowing: Start indoors 4 to 6 weeks before last frost, or sow once soil warms above 60°F
• Storage: Viable for multiple seasons when kept cool and dry
• Packaging: Labeled packets with growing and seed-saving instructions

Best for

• Pesto, pasta, and Mediterranean cooking
• Herbal teas and wellness uses
• Pho, curries, and Southeast Asian dishes
• Containers, raised beds, and indoor growing
• Pollinator and ornamental planting

How to grow

Start seeds indoors 4 to 6 weeks before the last frost, or sow directly outdoors once soil warms above 60°F. Plant 1/4 inch deep in rich, well-draining soil and keep moist. Provide full sun, 6 to 8 hours daily. Harvest regularly to encourage bushy, productive growth and delay flowering. Dry or freeze extra leaves for long-lasting flavor.

Flavor profile

Genovese offers a bold, clove-like Italian flavor; Holy Basil is anise-scented; Large Leaf is sweet and tender; Opal is mellow and slightly sweet; and Thai basil carries a clove-licorice note.

About Survival Garden Seeds

Survival Garden Seeds offers heirloom, non-GMO, open-pollinated seeds sourced in the USA and tested for strong germination, helping gardeners grow flavorful herbs season after season.