Sun: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
Height: 1–3 ft.
Bloom: Summer through fall; small white to pale pink flowers
A heat-loving, aromatic herb with a bright, sweet, citrusy flavor and aroma. Temperate Basil is used fresh in cooking and can be brewed as an herbal tea. It thrives in warm summer conditions and is somewhat more drought tolerant once established than Holy Basil, making it a good choice for water-wise gardens.
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
Height: 1–3 ft.
Bloom: Summer through fall; small white to pale pink flowers
A heat-loving, aromatic herb with a bright, sweet, citrusy flavor and aroma. Temperate Basil is used fresh in cooking and can be brewed as an herbal tea. It thrives in warm summer conditions and is somewhat more drought tolerant once established than Holy Basil, making it a good choice for water-wise gardens.
