BASIL, African Blue

BASIL, African Blue BASIL, African Blue BASIL, African Blue

Dark green foliage has purple veins and a spicy camphor scent. One of the larger basils, African Blue is well known for its beautiful purple flower spikes and is often used in the landscape for its ornamental value. A bit milder form of basil, it is wonderful for culinary uses such as oil and vinegar infusions. Plants require moist, well-drained soil.

Not available for the 2024 season.

Oh no! We didn't grow any of this plant this year! Please contact us if you have any questions or would like us to custom grow some for you.

Genus:

Ocimum

Species:

kilimandscharicum x basilicum

Cultivar:

African Blue

Foliage Color:

Green

Flower Color:

Purple

Flower Time:

Mid season

Sun Exposure:

Sun

Soil Condition:

Well-drained

Habit:

Upright

Mature Height:

24-36"

Mature Spread:

2'

Special Uses:

Fragrant

Fragrant

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