Basil ‘Culinary Mix’ (Ocimum basilicum) – A mix of fragrant basil varieties, perfect for fresh use in cooking, pestos, and herbal infusions.**
Minimum: 50+ Seeds
Unleash a world of flavor with the Basil ‘Culinary Mix’—a hand-selected blend of five distinct basil types: Genovese, Lemon, Red Rubin, Spicy Globe, and Cinnamon Basil. This fragrant collection delivers a symphony of aromas and flavors, from classic sweet and citrusy to spicy and cinnamon-clove. Whether you're making pesto, cocktails, teas, or fresh garden dishes, this mix is your go-to herb garden in one packet.
Why You’ll Love It:
🌿 Five Unique Basil Varieties – Each offers a signature scent, color, and flavor
🍝 Perfect for Culinary Use – From fresh salads to pasta, infused oils, and herbal teas
🦋 Pollinator Friendly – Attracts bees and butterflies when in bloom
🏡 Container & Garden Ready – Compact types mix well with bushy and tall forms
🌱 Great for Succession Planting – Stagger your basil harvests with ease
🌸 Gorgeous in the Garden – Purple and green foliage with aromatic flowers
What’s Inside the Mix:
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Genovese Basil – Classic Italian variety, sweet and tender
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Lemon Basil – Bright citrus aroma, excellent in teas and seafood
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Red Rubin Basil – Deep purple leaves with strong clove flavor
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Spicy Globe Basil – Compact, bushy, and peppery
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Cinnamon Basil – Subtle spice notes with hints of warm cinnamon
Botanical Details:
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Latin Name: Ocimum basilicum
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Type: Annual
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Growth Habit: Varies from bushy (Spicy Globe) to upright (Genovese, Lemon)
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Height: 12–24 inches
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Zones: 4–11 (as annuals)
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Sun: Full sun
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Soil Needs: Rich, well-draining
Growing Info:
📆 Days to Germinate: 5–10 days
📅 Days to Maturity: 60–75 days
📦 Seed Count: ~200+ seeds per packet
🪴 Spacing: 8–12 inches apart
✂️ Harvest Tips: Pinch back early and often to encourage full, bushy plants
How to Grow:
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Start indoors 4–6 weeks before last frost or direct sow after soil warms.
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Provide consistent moisture and full sun.
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Harvest by pinching leaves above leaf nodes—never cut more than ⅓ of the plant.
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Keep flowering delayed by harvesting regularly (unless you want blooms for pollinators!).
Perfect For:
🍕 Pesto, Pasta & Pizza Toppings
🌿 Herbal Teas & Infused Waters
🍹 Cocktails & Mocktails
🧺 Balcony Gardens & Window Boxes
🪴 Kitchen Herb Gardens
🍽️ Garden-to-Table Flavor, All Season Long
Grow a gourmet experience with every leaf. With this Basil Culinary Mix, you’ll always have the right basil on hand—whether you’re tossing a Caprese salad, making mojitos, or experimenting with herbal remedies.
🛒 Grow Bold, Eat Fresh, and Savor Every Scent
Order your Culinary Basil Mix Seeds today and transform your kitchen garden into an aromatic oasis of flavor and fragrance.