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Basil
Ocimum basilicum
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Description
Sweet basil is a fragrant annual herb essential to Italian and Thai cuisine. Produces lush green leaves with a sweet, slightly peppery flavor. Grows quickly in warm weather with full sun and regular watering. Pinch flower buds to encourage bushy growth and prolong harvest. Available in several varieties including Genovese, Thai, and Purple.
Botanical Details
Height
1-2 ft
Width
1 ft
Light
Full Sun
Bloom Time
Summer
Flower Color
White, Purple
Attracts
Bees, Pollinators
USDA Zones
4a-10b
Maintenance
Medium
NC Region
All Regions
Family
Lamiaceae