Ocimum basilicum - Sweet Basil

Sweet Basil

Ocimum basilicum

Also called Large-Leaved Basil

  • Erect bushy annual herb
  • Small white blooms
  • Narrowly oval to elliptic leaves
  • Bright green semi-glossy foliage
  • Highly aromatic
  • Both leaves and oils are used as flavouring agents
  • Bloom Time: June to frost

ZONE:
10

COLOUR:
White

HEIGHT:
50-60 cm

SPREAD:
50-60 cm

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Growing and Maintenance Tips:


Grows best in an average to moist, well-drained soil, in full sun. Pinching out the flowers will encourage a bushy habit and continued leaf growth. Most basil are tender annuals, which are easy to grow, but very susceptible to frost damage. Do not plant outside until the threat of frost has passed in late spring. 

Additional Notes about Sweet Basil:


Leaves are used as flavouring in cooking. 

Characteristics & Attributes


GROWTH RATE:
Medium
FOLIAGE COLOR:
Green
LANDSCAPE USES:
Herbal/edible garden