Pakistani Cilantro

Tulsi Basil is one of the most culturally important herbs for medicinal and spiritual uses in South Asia. This red leaf variety ‘Krishna’ has high levels of rosmarinic acid and eugenol, which lends to its clove-like scent. Regular consumption of tulsi not only helps protect and detoxify the body's cells and organs, it can also help reduce toxic stress by relaxing and calming the mind and offering many other psychological benefits.

Plants grow to a height of 20” at maturity with small, reddish purple leaves. Leaves can be used fresh or dried for tea. This variety is the most medicinal and spiritual of any other variety.

Numerous studies also show that tulsi has anti-diabetic, anti-bacterial, anti-carcinogenic, anti-fertility, anti-ulcer and many other activities. The compounds present in this herb help the body and mind cope with a wide range of chemical, physical, infectious and emotional stresses and restore physiological and psychological function.

Seeds can be tricky to start since they are extremely tiny and require light to germinate. We use seed starting soil in a wide pot (or a takeout container with holes at the bottom), and sprinkle the seeds over the top. Lighly sprinkle a little seed starting soil over the seeds, taking care to not bury to seeds. Be careful while watering, as seeds can easily get buried from the force of the water. Cover the pot with saran wrap and place in a sunny window or greenhouse. Keep soil moist until first signs of germination. Once plants are 1/2” tall, you can seperate them into individual containers to continue growing.

At least 200 seeds per Packet.
Ocimum sanctum (sometimes referred to as Ocimum tenuiflorum)

This variety of tulsi has all the same medicinal properties as ‘Krishna’ and ‘Rama’ but is distinctly much bigger of a plant. The large, light green fuzzy leaves have a clove-like aroma and are perfect for making tea. Originally from East Africa and South Asia, this variety can grow up to 6 feet tall and can perennialize in warmer regions. If you’re looking for a tulsi to turn into tea or medicine, this is the right variety for you! If you are looking for tulsi for spiritual purposes, ‘Krishna’ or ‘Rama’ is the proper variety instead.

Tulsi Basil is one of the most culturally important herbs for medicinal and spiritual uses in South Asia. Regular consumption of tulsi not only helps protect and detoxify the body's cells and organs, it can also help reduce toxic stress by relaxing and calming the mind and offering many other psychological benefits.

Numerous studies show that tulsi has anti-diabetic, anti-bacterial, anti-carcinogenic, anti-fertility, anti-ulcer and many other activities. The compounds present in this herb help the body and mind cope with a wide range of chemical, physical, infectious and emotional stresses and restore physiological and psychological function.

At least 200 seeds per Packet.
Ocimum gratissimum

Tulsi Basil is one of the most culturally important herbs for medicinal and spiritual uses in South Asia. Regular consumption of tulsi not only helps protect and detoxify the body's cells and organs, it can also help reduce toxic stress by relaxing and calming the mind and offering many other psychological benefits.

Plants grow to a height of 20” at maturity with small, green leaves. Leaves can be used fresh or dried for tea.

Plants can perennialize outdoors in warmer climates. If planting indoors, keep plant near a window with direct sunlight and reduce watering in the Winter.

Numerous studies show that tulsi has anti-diabetic, anti-bacterial, anti-carcinogenic, anti-fertility, anti-ulcer and many other activities. The compounds present in this herb help the body and mind cope with a wide range of chemical, physical, infectious and emotional stresses and restore physiological and psychological function.

Seeds can be tricky to start since they are extremely tiny and require light to germinate. We use seed starting soil in a wide pot (or a takeout container with holes at the bottom), and sprinkle the seeds over the top. Lighly sprinkle a little seed starting soil over the seeds, taking care to not bury to seeds. Be careful while watering, as seeds can easily get buried from the force of the water. Cover the pot with saran wrap and place in a sunny window or greenhouse. Keep soil moist until first signs of germination. Once plants are 1/2” tall, you can seperate them into individual containers to continue growing.

At least 200 seeds per Packet.
Ocimum sanctum (sometimes referred to as Ocimum tenuiflorum)

Kalonji, also known as Black Cumin, Black Seed, and Nigella is a highly medicinal spice used in South Asian and Middle Eastern cuisine. In the Tibb-e-Nabwi, the Muslim medicinal guide, 7 Nigella seeds a day is said to be the cure for all diseases except death. The seeds are also delicious when used on naan, curries, roasted vegetables or pickles.

The plant resembles the common garden flower, Love-in-a-mist, with delicate fennel like foliage and stands 10-12" tall. During peak bloom the plant sends out dozens of five or six petaled white flowers that are highly attractive to bees. Over the course of a week, the seed pod slowly begins to balloon up and develop as it is pollinated. It is a lovely sight and a wonderful activity to sit in the garden and watch as the bees are hard at work!

We have found that these seeds do not transplant well. To plant, simply sprinkle seeds on top of soil surface and scratch seeds in or gently use a rake to bury seeds slightly. Plants do not need to be accurately spaced but aim for 2-4" between plants. No thinning is required. For best results, it's best to wait until the weather has warmed and the last chance of frost is long gone. Keep soil moist until first signs of germination. If hand watering, be careful not to drown seeds while watering. It can be helpful to cover seeds with floating row cover or cardboard for the first week to help keep the soil surface moist. Seeds should germinate in 7-10 days. Can be grown in pots too.

Flowers can be harvested for fresh flower bouquets. At full maturity, the seeds pods will turn brown and become papery. To save seeds for culinary or planting purposes, allow pods to fully dry on plant and gently open over a bowl or bag.

We were astonished at how potent the smell of freshly harvested seeds were! Growing up only having smelled the bagged seeds from Indian stores, there is a stark difference between the two. Our seeds are originally from the Jhalawar district in Rajasthan, India and we have been stewarding them here on our land for the last 2 years.

Each packet includes minimum 1/2 oz of seeds. Enough for cooking and planting purposes.