Basil Everleaf Thai Towers

Basil Everleaf Thai Towers – Exceptional, Late-Bolting Thai Basil

Discover the exceptional flavor and productivity of Basil Everleaf Thai Towers! This Thai basil variety is known for its very slow bolting nature and incredibly productive growth, yielding a vibrant and authentic Thai flavor.

Compared to Sweet Thai basil, Everleaf Thai Towers boasts larger 2–3″ leaves, a taller, more upright, and more productive plant habit, and significantly delays flowering. The plants exhibit a beautiful, tidy, towering form with striking purple stems and densely packed, dark green leaves often displaying a purple blush.

Its long, strong stems and profuse leaf production make it excellent for both field bunching and container growing.

The aroma is similarly strong with characteristic Thai/anise notes, though less sweet compared to Cinnamon Basil. Expect flowers and bolting to occur 10–12 weeks later than standard Thai basil. Reaches a height of 20–24″. Each packet contains approximately 25 seeds.

Growing Information:

• Days to Germination: 5-10 days at 65-70°F (18-21°C).
• Sowing: Direct seed (recommended) – Plant seeds 1/4″ deep, 2-3 seeds per inch, in rows 18″ apart. Firm soil. Thin to 4-8″ spacing. Transplant – Sow indoors 6 weeks before setting out, 1/4″ deep at 70°F (21°C). Transplant seedlings with 3-4 sets of leaves to the field at 4-8″ spacing in 18″ rows.
• Light Preference: Full sun.
• Soil Requirements: Moderately rich, moist soil. Consistent moisture is crucial; avoid drought and heat stress.
• Plant Height: 20–24″.
• Plant Spacing: 4-8″.
• Hardiness Zones: Annual.
• Harvest: Begin light harvesting after establishment, ideally in the cooler early morning. For a full harvest, cut the entire plant 4-6″ above the ground just before flowering to encourage regrowth. Handle leaves gently to avoid bruising. Store above 50°F (10°C).