Lemon basil
Ocimum × africanum · Basils · Mint family
Also known as: Hoary Basil · Thai Lemon Basil · Lao Basil
Easy30–50cmPet-friendlyEdible
Lemon basil care at a glance
Lemon basil (Ocimum × africanum) needs a moderate amount of water and prefers to grow in full sun.
- Water need
- Medium
- Light
- Full sun
- Soil moisture
- Evenly moist
- Nutrients
- Medium
- Life cycle
- Annual
Pests, Diseases & Weather on Lemon basil
Possible pests on Lemon basil include Aphids and Japanese beetles. Possible diseases include Root rot and Damping off. Lemon basil is considered pet-friendly.
Pest
- Aphids Low
- Japanese beetles Low
Disease
- Root rot Medium
- Damping off Medium
Weather
- Frost damage High
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Frequently asked questions about Lemon basil
- Which pests affect Lemon basil?
- Possible pests on Lemon basil include Aphids and Japanese beetles.
- Which diseases affect Lemon basil?
- Possible diseases include Root rot and Damping off.
- Is Lemon basil toxic to cats and dogs?
- Lemon basil is considered pet-friendly and safe for cats and dogs.
- How much water does Lemon basil need?
- Lemon basil has a moderate water requirement.
- What light does Lemon basil need?
- Lemon basil prefers to grow in full sun. Around 6 hours of light per day is ideal.
- Is Lemon basil frost-hardy?
- Lemon basil is not frost-hardy. Its lower limit is around 10 °C.
- Can you eat Lemon basil?
- Yes, the edible parts are mainly: leaves.