Basil: An Herb Society of America Guide
Ocimum basilicum
| Common name: sweet basil Form: annual but can be grown as short-lived perennial Flower color: white to violet Foliage color: green; purple for some cultivars Height: 12 - 40'' Width: 6 - 15'' Hardiness Zone: 9 or 10 Uses: culinary, medicinal, economic Scent/Flavor: varies but can include cloves, spice, floral, anise, cinnamon, citrus
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| Ocimum basilicum 'Mrs. Burns' Lemon' | |