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Balm, Lemon - Melissa officinalls
Perennial herb has lemon scented and flavored leaves. Tiny white flowers attract pollinating bees. Grows 18" - 24" tall by 24" wide.
USES: Fresh leaves used for tea. Garnish seasoning for fruit salads or fish dishes. Dried leaves used in potpouri.
CARE: Plant in rich, moist soil in full sun to partial shade..
HARDINESS: Perennial. Zones 5 - 9.perennial.
Basil, African Blue - Ocimum sp.
Hybrid between purple and tamphor scented basils. Leaf veins, flower spikes and stems are purple. Highly ornamental in the garden and because it is sterile it will continue to bloom all summer.
USES: For meats, fish, poutry, white beans, rice, cheese, eggs, and vegetables.
CARE: Plant in rich moist yet well drained soil in full sun.
HARDINESS: Annual
Basil, Bush - Ocimum basilicum minimum
Aromatic green leaves. Compact, bushy growth to 8 - 12" tall. Keep flowers trimmed off for best leaf production.
USES: For pasta pesto, bread, sauces, soups, salads, poulty, meat or tomato dishes, rice, cheese, eggs and vegetables..
CARE: Plant in rich, mosit yet well drained soil in full sun. Good for indoor gardens.
HARDINESS: Annual
Basil, Cinnamon - Ocimum basilicum
Spicy cinnamon aroma and flavor. Purple stems and flower spikes. Remove flowers to increase leaf production.
USES: Culinary, ornamental, teas, edible flowers.
CARE: Plant in rich, mosit yet well drained soil in full sun
HARDINESS: Annual
Basil, Genovese - Ocimum basilicum
Large, dark green leaves on a 24 - 30" tall plant. Spicey scent and flavor. Keep flowers trimmed off for best leaf production.
USES: Use in pesto, or as a seasoning for fish or vegetables. Edible flowers.
CARE: Plant in rich, mosit yet well drained soil in full sun
HARDINESS: Annual
Basil, Licorice - Ocimum basililcurn
Licorice scented and flavored foilage. Light purple flower spires. Remove flowers to increase production.
USES: Often used as a dessert flavoring. Tea, ornamental. Edible flowers.
CARE: Grow in rich, moist well drained soil in full sun.
HARDINESS: Annual
Basil, Dwarf Purple- Ocimum basilicum
Deep maroon leaves with sweet spicy flavor. Striking contrast plant. Grows 12-15" tall. Remove flowers to increase foliage production.
USES: Ornamental or culinary. Leaves are best used fresh in light salads, vinegars or garnish. Harvest before bloom for best flavor.
CARE: Grow in rich, moist, well drained soil in full sun.
HARDINESS: Annual
Basil, Magical Michael- Ocimum basilicum
Lush aromatic green leaves and small flowers. Reliably 15" tall and 16-17" wide.
USES: Leaves are rich in essential oils for cooking. Edible flowers are good for garnish, adding color to salad.
CARE: Plant in rich, moist yet well drained soil in full sun.
HARDINESS: Annual
