basil_sweet.json

{
  "id": "basil_sweet",
  "common_name": "Sweet Basil",
  "scientific_name": "Ocimum basilicum",
  "tags": [
    "herb",
    "edible",
    "aromatic",
    "full sun",
    "soft leaves",
    "kitchen"
  ],
  "care": {
    "summary": "Culinary herb that needs sun, warmth, and regular harvest.",
    "light": "Full sun 6+ hours",
    "water": "Keep evenly moist; do not waterlog",
    "soil": "Rich, well-draining potting soil",
    "humidity": "Average",
    "temperature_c": "18-30",
    "fertilizer": "Light nitrogen feed every 2-3 weeks",
    "toxicity": "Edible for humans; not a pet food",
    "common_issues": [
      "Downy mildew in humid stagnant air",
      "Bolting in heat"
    ],
    "tips": [
      "Pinch flowers to keep leaves tender",
      "Harvest from the top"
    ]
  },
  "toxicity": [
    "pet_safe",
    "edible"
  ]
}