Lime Basil Herb Plant

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- Spacing: 10 inches
- Days to Harvest: 25
- Offers a twist of lime
- Each Quart Pot contains 1 Lime Basil Herb Plant

Plant Features

Lime Basil offers a unique flavor combination that makes a lovely addition to marinades, vinegars or jellies, as well as chopped for use with grilled fish, salads, pasta, and poultry dishes. Basil grows best in full sun locations with moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown indoors next to a south facing window. Indoor plants should be watered just as the potting mix starts to dry.

Planting Instructions:

- Space plants 12-18 inches apart to allow for full growth

Soil Preparation:

- Ideal soil pH: 6.0-7.5, prefers rich, well-drained soil
- Enrich soil with compost or a balanced organic fertilizer prior to planting

Watering Specifics:

- Water regularly to keep the soil moist but not soggy, especially during hot, dry periods

Fertilizer Type:

- Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season

Pruning and Training:

- Pinch back flower buds to encourage bushier growth and prolong leaf production
- Regular harvesting of leaves also promotes new growth

Additional Pest Management:

- Monitor for common pests such as aphids and spider mites
- Treat with organic pesticides or introduce beneficial insects as needed

Temperature Tolerance:

- Basil is sensitive to cold; protect plants from frost to prevent damage

Companion Plants:

Attribute name	Attribute value
Plant Needs
Sunlight	6+ hours
Watering Needs	Consistently moist, but not waterlogged
Soil Properties	Well-drained
Growing Zones	2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11

Attribute name	Attribute value
Plant Characteristics
When to harvest	When individual leaves are the desired size
Production Time	Multiply Pickings
Habit	Upright
Flower Color	White
Foliage Color	Green
Attracts	Bees, Beneficial Insects, Butterflies
Features	Fragrant
Garden Styles	Butterfly Garden, Cottage Garden, English Garden, Indoor Garden, Pollinator Garden, Therapeutic Garden
Plant Used for	Aesthetic Appeal, Borders and Edging, Edible, Healing and Medicinal, Natural Pest Control
Pet Friendly	Yes
Plant Type	Open-Pollinated
Tolerates	Sandy soil
Critter Resistance	Deer Resistance: Medium

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Lime basil herb

Packed well and healthy.

From Carol | April 27, 2023

Lime Basil

Good size plant. I purchased another one from another seller and it did not live. This one was a very nice size and it is doing really well.

From Sherry | August 22, 2021

Lime-erific!

This Lime Basil is vigorous, attracts the bees, and smells amazing. The leaves and stems are somewhat fuzzy and the little bracts with tiny white flowers add texture to my container garden. I use it for cocktails, salad dressings, marinades, iced tea, or just to add an herbal hint to water. The flavor is very citrusy with a distinctive lime taste that is delicious. The plant arrived healthy and well-packaged and I started harvesting/snipping about 20 days after planting in early June. It's been growing strong ever since and getting bushier every day.

From Jessica | August 01, 2021

Lime Basil is wonderful!

I ordered two of these plants and they are growing really great! The taste is different than any basil I’ve ever had and I really love it. They arrived in perfect condition.

From Teri | May 17, 2021

Lime Basil Herb Plant

This little Lime Basil is really good chopped and sprinkled on fresh fish and skinless chicken breast tenders before breading to bake. Delicious! This was my first time ordering herbs from GrowJoy, and was very happy with how they improved our meals. Nancy Gebhardt

From Nancy | February 05, 2021

Healthy, good size plant

Excellent plants - better than local nursery plants.

From Linda | July 08, 2019

Lime Basil

Great flavor basil plant.

From tom | May 23, 2019

Excellent !

My plants arrived in excellent condition,they were packed so nicely.Everything was also tagged so I know what each plant was.I got them planted right away,they are doing nicely. I will order from you again. You are tops !

From Esther M | May 17, 2019

Hard to find Herb Plant

Over the past several yrs have changed the primary thrust of my gardening from flowers to herbs. Especially love to grow unusual, hard to find herbs. Only once, a few years ago, have I found Lime Basil locally. Gave up hunting & ordered a few plants GrowJoy. They came beautifully packed and in perfect condition, happily taking root. When planting, I dig a hole, fill it with water, a dab of fertilizer, set plant & back fill. Have never lost a single one by this method.

From Judyann | May 17, 2018

Lime Basil-Lime Skittles!

That was my first thought when I smelled this plant. The kids all love to brush their hands through it and then run around sniffing their fingers. I can't wait to try it with some fish!

From Dallas | April 11, 2014

Basil Lime

Yum! This herb is really pretty with small long delicate leaves and tastes wonderful as another green in salads. I planted it in a pot on my patio and will bring it inside to over-winter in Colorado.

From Jill | July 06, 2012

Very Satisfied

This is the second year I have purchased herb plants from GrowJoy and it will not be my last. The packaging is meticulous (individual partitions for each plant). The plants were considerably healthier and larger than those I previously purchased online from a large Home Improvement Store. The plants are thriving in containers on my balcony.

From Virginia V | June 30, 2012

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