Globe Basil, Organic Seeds

Globe Basil, Organic Seeds

Ocimum basilicum

(aka Greek Basil) Forms a perfect 12-18" globe bush with very small thin leaves. Intense sweet basil scent with spicy flavor, slow to go to seed. Ideal for containers or as borders in gardens. Very uniform strain.

• Organic
• Annual plants
• Plants grow to a 12-18 inch globe with thin leaves
• Great for container and ornamental plantings

This variety works for:

• Fresh eating

The flavor of basil is best when the leaves are fresh. Cooking or heating the leaves will change the flavor so add the leaves at the last minute to warm dishes.

Basil is one of the main ingredients in pesto, along with olive oil and garlic. You can also steep the leaves of basil in milk or cream and create basil flavored confections like chocolates or ice cream.