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Blue Spice Basil is an incredibly fragrant and visually striking basil variety, celebrated for its complex aroma of vanilla, spice, and clove with subtle citrus undertones. This vigorous plant reaches 12-18 inches tall and produces dense spikes of light purple flowers nestled within deep purple bracts, creating a stunning display in pots, herb gardens, and flower beds. Its purple-tinged, dark green leaves add ornamental value, making it a beautiful and functional addition to any garden.
Beyond its beauty, Blue Spice Basil is a culinary treasure, enhancing a wide range of dishes. Its sweet and spicy flavor pairs beautifully with fruit salads, savory meals, herbal teas, and even cocktails. The fragrant blooms also make it a wonderful filler for floral bouquets, adding both visual appeal and a delightful scent. Highly aromatic and one of the most fragrant basil varieties, this pollinator-friendly herb is a must-have for gardeners and chefs alike.
Michigan Seeds and Plants grown on our farm, Renegade Acres, in Howell, MI!
Certified Organic by Oregon Tilth.
Additional Info
| Botanical Name | Ocimum americanum |
|---|---|
| Life Cycle | Annual |
| Min. Time to Germinate | 7 Days |
| Max. Time to Germinate | 21 Days |
| Depth to Sow Seeds | 1/4 in. |
| When to Sow | Indoors 4-6 weeks before last spring frost |
| Growing Height | 12-18 in. (30-45 cm) |
| Plant Spacing | 12-15 in. (30-38 cm) |
| Hardiness | N/A |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun, Sun to Partial Shade |
| Danger | N/A |
| Bloom Color | Blue-Violet, Medium Blue, Violet/Lavender |
| Bloom Time | Late Summer/Early Fall, Mid-Summer |
| Foliage | Blue-Green |
| Other Details | Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater, Requires consistently moist soil; do not let dry out between waterings |
| Soil pH Requirements | 6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic), 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral), 7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline) |
| Propagation Methods | By simple layering, By stooling or mound layering, Direct sow as soon as the ground can be worked, From herbaceous stem cuttings, From seed; direct sow after last frost, From seed; germinate in a damp paper towel, From seed; sow indoors before last frost, From seed; winter sow in vented containers, coldframe or unheated greenhouse |
| Seed Collecting | Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds, Bag seedheads to capture ripening seed, Collect seedhead/pod when flowers fade; allow to dry |
| Seeds Per Pack | 50 |
