Description
Botanical Name: Ocimum basilicum
Family: Laminaceae
Native: Probably Africa, but in cultivation for so long that it cannot be verified.
Hardiness: Frost-sensitive annual
Plant Dimensions: About 24″ tall and 20″ wide.
Variety Information: Denser flowerheads, more lush foliage, and stronger fragrance than other basils.
Exposure: Full sun to part shade
Attributes: Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flower, Edible Flower, Good for Containers
Cardinal’s’ richly colored blooms and robust flavor make it a wonderful dual-purpose basil. With its strong aroma, a little goes a long way in the kitchen. But it’s also a striking accent in a mixed container, adding a unique shape, color, and fragrance. Bring its beauty indoors as a fragrant cut flower. 80 mg (32 seeds)
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