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Basil (Ocimum basilicum)
Basilcommon basilsweet basil
Ocimum basilicum
Basil
Basilcommon basilsweet basil
A bushy bright shiny green leaf annual herb with spikes of white flowers. Grown primarily for the foliage but flowers are sometimes used. There are some forms with purple foliage and purple flowers. Used both fresh and dried. Tender herb planted seasonally.
Attracts BeesColorEdibleFoliage
Tropical/Subtropical Asia
0 - 2 FT
0 - 1 FT
Y
Bright Green : Purple
Shiny : Smooth : Soft
Edible
Purple : White
Summer
Easy
Sun (minimum 8 hours direct sun)
Well-drained
Medium
Sunset Zones
USDA Zones
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