Outdoor · Full sun
Holy Basil
AED 26each, 40-60 cm
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- Holy Basil, 40-60 cm × 1
- AED 26
- Total
- AED 26
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About this plant
Holy Basil suits outdoor spots with full sun to bright light, afternoon shade in peak summer. Its pet safety is not confirmed, so check with your vet if you have pets.
Gives a bushy, scented herb in full sun to bright light, with afternoon shade in peak summer.
Holy basil, Ocimum tenuiflorum, known as tulsi, is a bushy, aromatic herb with soft green or purple-tinged leaves and slender spikes of small purple or white flowers. Its scent is spicy and clove-like. It is native to the Indian subcontinent, where it is widely grown at homes and temples.
Holy basil likes warmth and grows well in Dubai for most of the year, more readily than sweet basil in the heat. It enjoys sun, but in peak summer it does best with afternoon shade and regular watering, particularly in pots. Pinching off flower spikes keeps it leafy for longer. It slows in the coolest weeks of winter.
It works in kitchen gardens, balcony and terrace pots, sunny windowsills and courtyard containers. We offer it at 40–60 cm.
- Sizes
- 40 cm
- Watering
- Every 1–2 days in summer in pots, every 2–3 days in winter; keep lightly moist
Why people love it
- A fragrant herb used for tea and traditional use.
- Tulsi fills a medium pot within a couple of months.
- It suits a balcony in the cooler months.
- Frequent picking of tips stops it going to seed.
Light
Full sun to bright light; afternoon shade in peak summer
AC
Keep it 1 metre from vents
Pets
Not listed in the ASPCA database under holy basil (checked under Holy Basil, Tulsi and Ocimum tenuiflorum); the ASPCA lists the related sweet basil, Ocimum basilicum, as non-toxic to cats and dogs. Check with your vet if you have pets.
Worth knowing
- The ASPCA does not list it, so check with a vet if you have pets.
- Summer heat above 40°C often burns or kills it.
- It needs afternoon shade in warmer months.
- It flowers quickly and the leaves lose flavor.
Why Green Beetle, not a nursery
What changes when you buy here instead of collecting from a nursery.
| Compare | Plant Nursery | Green Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Plant quality | Grown outdoors, stressed indoors | Acclimatized for Dubai interiors |
| Before dispatch | Not checked | Checked for damage |
| Delivery | You collect | Delivered, packed properly |
| After-care | None | WhatsApp help from our team |
Care guide for Dubai homes
How to keep Holy Basil healthy through the Dubai year.
Light
Full sun to bright light; afternoon shade in peak summer. Keep it out of harsh direct afternoon sun in summer.
Watering
Every 1–2 days in summer in pots, every 2–3 days in winter; keep lightly moist. Water when the top 2 to 3 cm of soil feels dry, empty the saucer afterwards, and check the soil before you water: AC slows how fast the plant uses water.
Care notes
Soil: rich, well-draining potting mix. Feeding: light balanced fertilizer every 4 weeks in the growing season. Common mistake: letting it flower freely, which makes the plant woody and less leafy; pinch off flower spikes. Where it works: kitchen gardens, balcony pots, windowsills, courtyard containers.
AC and air flow
Keep it at least 1 metre from AC vents. Cold air blowing straight onto the leaves dries the edges.
Cleaning the leaves
Dust settles quickly in Dubai homes. Wipe the leaves with a damp cloth every few weeks so they keep taking in light.
Feeding and repotting
Feed once a month from March to October. Repot every 2 years into a pot one size up, or book a Plant Doctor visit and we do it for you.
Pets
Not listed in the ASPCA database under holy basil (checked under Holy Basil, Tulsi and Ocimum tenuiflorum); the ASPCA lists the related sweet basil, Ocimum basilicum, as non-toxic to cats and dogs. Check with your vet if you have pets.
Need help later on?
Book a Plant Doctor visit: our team checks the plant, changes the soil, feeds, prunes and cleans it, and shows you how to keep it healthy.
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Holy Basil FAQs
Can holy basil grow in the Dubai summer?
Yes. It handles heat better than sweet basil, but give it afternoon shade and regular watering in July and August.
How do I keep it bushy?
Pinch off flower spikes and harvest the tips regularly.
How big does it grow?
It usually reaches 50 cm to 1 m as a bushy herb.
Is holy basil toxic to pets?
Holy basil is not listed by name in the ASPCA database; the ASPCA lists sweet basil as non-toxic. Check with your vet if you have pets.
Questions about Holy Basil?
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