Ocimum 'African Blue'
Basil
Border or Bed
Container
Edible
Fragrant
Full Sun
Dry Soil
Moist, Well-Drained
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Prefers sunny, warm location in the garden or in a container. Ensure well drained soil. Overwatering will promote mildew and rot the plant stalks.
Height: 3-4 Feet
Spacing: 2-3 Feet
Price Level 1: $5.49 ea.~4 ½” pot
Bloom Color:
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Container
- Edible
- Border or Bed
- Fragrant
Exposure:
- Full Sun
Soil Moisture:
- Moist, Well-Drained
- Dry Soil
Genus Overview: Ocimum
Common Name: Basil
Heart-shaped to oval, glossy leaves, often green or purple, arranged oppositely on square stems; small white to purple flowers in spikes. Strong, fresh, sweet, pungent, it thrives in warm, sunny spots, is frost-sensitive, and used fresh or dried