Product Overview
Grow your own Lemon Basil (Ocimum basilicum var. citriodorum), a fragrant heirloom herb known for its bright citrus aroma with a hint of spice. This versatile herb is ideal for enhancing teas, seafood dishes, salads, and various Thai or Mediterranean recipes. Its tender, light green leaves emit a refreshing lemon scent, making it a popular choice for culinary and herbal uses.
Key Features
- Refreshing citrus aroma with a subtle spicy note
- Perfect for teas, seafood, salads, and Thai cuisine
- Thrives in full sun and well-draining soil
- Cut-and-come-again growth habit encourages frequent harvesting
- Attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies
- Suitable for both indoor and outdoor growing environments
- Heirloom variety with fast-growing, upright, bushy habit
Growing Information
Lemon Basil is a fast-growing annual herb that prefers full sun exposure, ideally 6-8 hours daily. It grows best in fertile, well-draining soil and requires moderate watering to keep the soil moist but not soggy. This herb is suitable for containers, raised beds, and traditional garden settings. With a maturity period of 60-75 days, it offers a continuous harvest when regularly trimmed, supporting sustained growth and productivity.