Sweet Basil Niaz Bu

🌿 Care Guide

Plant Name: Sweet Basil
Botanical Name: Ocimum basilicum
Common Names: Basil, Niaz Bu, Sweet Basil
Origin: South Asia and Africa

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🌞 Light

Requires full, direct sunlight — at least 6–8 hours per day. A south-facing windowsill or sunny balcony is ideal. Insufficient light leads to poor flavor and weak stems.

💧 Watering

Water when the top inch of soil feels dry — typically every 1–2 days. Keep soil moist but not waterlogged. Water at the base, not on leaves.

🌡️ Temperature

Thrives in 65–95°F (18–35°C). Very sensitive to cold — keep away from temperatures below 50°F (10°C) and cold drafts.

🌱 Soil

Use a rich, well-draining potting mix. Adding compost or organic matter significantly boosts flavor and growth.

✂️ Maintenance

Pinch off flower buds as soon as they appear to keep the plant producing leaves. Harvest regularly from the top to encourage bushy growth. Fertilize lightly every 2–3 weeks.

⚠️ Sad Plant Signs

🍂 Wilting, soft stems – Underwatering. Water immediately.
🟡 Yellow leaves – Overwatering, poor drainage, or nutrient deficiency.
🌸 Flowering/bolting – Too much heat or plant reaching end of cycle. Pinch off flowers immediately.