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Amrita Tulsi

Basil
Zone 13b Save Garden

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Botanical illustration of Amrita Tulsi
60d to harvest

Fragrant as fresh rain on warm stone, Amrita Tulsi basil releases a luminous, sweet-spicy aroma with a cool herbal lift that lingers on the fingertips. Its leaves form dense, upright clumps of tender, medium-green foliage with a softly serrated edge and a succulent, velvety texture—ideal for gathering again and again. Grow Amrita Tulsi for its revered presence in home herbal rituals and for aromatic infusions and flavorful finishing where holy basil character shines most.

Crop Dates

Growing note: In frost-free Zone 13b, grow this cool-season crop during the cooler dry season (October–February).
MilestoneDate
Start Indoors—
ClimateFrost-Free Climate
Transplant / Sow OutdoorsOct 1st
Harvest BeginsNov 30th
Harvest EndsFeb 28th

Crop Details

TraitValue
Days to Maturity60
Sun RequirementsFull SunFull sun
Growth HabitUpright
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)75
Min Soil Temp (°F)60
Min Night Temp (°F)50
Harden Off (days)10

Today's Conditions

Outdoor planting for Amrita Tulsi in Zone 13b typically begins around 2026-10-01. Wait until soil reaches at least 60°F before transplanting Amrita Tulsi.

Garden Alerts

In frost-free Zone 13b, grow this cool-season crop during the cooler dry season (October–February).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What should I do if Amrita Tulsi develops leaf spots or a fuzzy gray mold on leaves?
Leaf spot and gray mold (Botrytis) often flare when plants stay wet and air can’t circulate. Remove the worst leaves, water only at the base in the morning, and space plants so they aren’t touching; if it’s advanced, discard severely infected plants to stop spread. For home control, apply an approved copper-based fungicide according to label directions at the first signs, then repeat as instructed.
How can I tell when Amrita Tulsi is ready to harvest (around day 60)?
Harvest when plants are well established and have multiple sets of true leaves, typically around 55–65 days after sowing. Take shoots that are 6–10 inches long with healthy, green leaves; pinch or snip just above a leaf pair to encourage branching. Avoid harvesting the very center growth point until the plant is sturdy, so it keeps producing after the first cut.
Botanical illustration of Amrita Tulsi

Fragrant as fresh rain on warm stone, Amrita Tulsi basil releases a luminous, sweet-spicy aroma with a cool herbal lift that lingers on the fingertips. Its leaves form dense, upright clumps of tender, medium-green foliage with a softly serrated edge and a succulent, velvety texture—ideal for gathering again and again. Grow Amrita Tulsi for its revered presence in home herbal rituals and for aromatic infusions and flavorful finishing where holy basil character shines most.

Today's Conditions

Outdoor planting for Amrita Tulsi in Zone 13b typically begins around 2026-10-01. Wait until soil reaches at least 60°F before transplanting Amrita Tulsi.

Garden Alerts

In frost-free Zone 13b, grow this cool-season crop during the cooler dry season (October–February).

Sowing Tips

Soil Temperature

Direct sow or transplant when soil at planting depth holds 60°F for reliable germination and early growth.

Expert Note

Start holy basil indoors for stronger early growth, then transplant only after nights stay warm to prevent stunting.