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Basil Seeds
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The gold standard of culinary basils, Genovese produces large, intensely aromatic leaves with a rich, sweet flavor and subtle clove-like complexity...
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The definitive Italian basil — large, deeply cupped, brilliantly fragrant leaves with intense sweet-spice aroma and flavor that's the soul of pesto...
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Genovese Basil is the gold standard of culinary basils — the classic Italian variety behind great pesto, Caprese salads, and any dish that deserves...
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A delightfully aromatic basil with a bright, fresh lemon-citrus scent layered over classic sweet basil character. Smaller, more compact than Genove...
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Italian Large Leaf Basil is prized among basil varieties for its exceptional 4-inch leaves with a delicate, sweet, slightly floral fragrance that's...
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The essential Southeast Asian basil with glossy, dark green leaves, purple stems, and beautiful purple flower heads — a distinctly anise-clove char...
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Holy basil (tulsi) — a revered Ayurvedic herb with warm, clove-like, slightly peppery aroma and flavor quite different from culinary sweet basil. S...
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Sweet Basil is the classic all-purpose culinary basil — a vigorous, productive variety with large, glossy, intensely aromatic leaves and a clean, s...
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A breakthrough downy-mildew resistant F1 basil with classic Genovese-type leaves and the rich, sweet, complex aroma and flavor of traditional Itali...
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Holy Basil Tulsi is sacred in Hindu tradition and deeply valued in Ayurvedic medicine for its adaptogenic, stress-relieving properties — and the fl...
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Kapoor Tulsi — also called Sacred Basil — is a fragrant, revered herb from India with small, slightly jagged green leaves and an intoxicating aroma...
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Lemon Basil is a vibrant aromatic herb native to northwest India with a bright, citrusy fragrance and flavor that combines fresh lemon with the swe...
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Mammoth Basil is exactly what its name suggests — a robust variety with enormous, ruffled leaves that can grow up to 4 inches long, with a rich, in...
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Dark Purple Opal Basil is a breathtaking variety with glossy, deep purple-burgundy leaves that add stunning color to both the garden and the kitche...
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Thai Basil is the indispensable herb of Southeast Asian cooking with vibrant green leaves edged in purple and a bold, complex flavor of sweet basil...
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Dwarf Greek Basil is a perfectly compact Mediterranean herb that grows into a tight, globe-shaped mound of tiny, intensely aromatic leaves with a c...
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Southern Exposure
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Sweet Genovese Basil (Ocimum basilicum) is a classic Italian variety renowned for its sweet, aromatic, large leaves, originating from Genoa. This c...
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A compact, aromatic basil with excellent flavor and a tidy, mounding habit perfect for containers and small gardens. Dense, flavorful leaves have a...
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Lime Basil is a vibrant and refreshing aromatic herb with bright green leaves and a distinct, zesty lime-citrus fragrance and flavor that adds a re...
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Peaceful Valley
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Thai Basil is an essential Southeast Asian herb with narrow, glossy, dark-green leaves, deep purple stems, and a distinctive flavor that combines s...
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Southern Exposure
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Cinnamon Basil has a delightful spicy cinnamon fragrance, making it perfect for use in tea or potpourri. Its aromatic qualities make it a lovely an...
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Southern Exposure
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An ornamental dark purple basil introduced in 1962 and honored as an All-America Selections winner, this variety is not only striking in the garden...
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Cinnamon Basil is a captivating aromatic herb with dark green leaves, purple stems, and a genuinely warm, spicy-sweet fragrance that mingles cinnam...
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Red Rubin Basil is a captivating herb with rich, deep burgundy-purple leaves and a robust, spicy-sweet basil fragrance that makes it as useful in t...
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Piccolino Basil is the tiniest basil variety available — a perfectly compact, dome-shaped plant packed with small, intensely fragrant leaves that d...
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Blue Spice Basil is a captivating aromatic herb with an extraordinary fragrance that blends vanilla and clove in a way that's entirely unlike any o...
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Spicy Globe Basil is a compact, beautifully spherical basil variety with small, intensely aromatic leaves and a spicier, more pungent character tha...
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Dark Opal Basil is one of the most beautiful plants in the herb garden — the deep purple, almost black leaves have a rich, spicy-clove fragrance an...
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Southern Exposure
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Hailing from Naples, Bolloso Napoletano is a prized basil variety known for its robust flavor, with giant rumpled 6-inch leaves that are perfect fo...
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Siam Queen Basil is a vibrant and aromatic Thai basil variety with a unique, spicy-sweet flavor and a warm anise-licorice aroma that holds up beaut...
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Licorice Basil — also known as Anise Basil — is a member of the Thai basil family with bright green leaves accented with purple and a distinctively...
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Southern Exposure
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Kapoor Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum), also known as Holy Basil, is a sacred herb revered for its spiritual significance and its fragrance reminiscent of f...
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Southern Exposure
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Sweet Thai Basil features lush green leaves approximately 2 inches in length, complemented by striking purple stems and flowers that add visual app...
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Southern Exposure
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Mrs. Burns' Lemon Basil (Ocimum citriodora) is a New Mexico heirloom with larger leaves — reaching 2½ inches — and a stronger lemon flavor than mos...
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does my basil keep flowering, and does that ruin it?
Basil naturally wants to flower and set seed once it matures, especially in hot weather, and once it does, the leaves tend to turn bitter and the plant slows leaf production. Pinching off flower buds as soon as they appear, and harvesting leaves regularly from the top of the plant, delays flowering and keeps the plant producing tender, flavorful growth for longer.
Is there a real flavor difference between all these basil varieties, or is it mostly the same plant?
There's a genuine difference, and it goes well beyond looks. Genovese-type basils have that classic sweet, slightly peppery flavor most people associate with pesto, Thai basils carry a distinct anise or licorice note suited to Southeast Asian cooking, and lemon or lime basil actually taste citrusy in a way that's noticeable in the dish. Cinnamon Basil and Kapoor Tulsi go even further afield in flavor and traditional use, so it's worth growing more than one type if you cook across different cuisines.
Can I keep a basil plant alive indoors through winter?
Basil can survive indoors with enough light, typically a sunny south-facing window or a grow light, and consistent warmth, since it's a tropical plant that won't tolerate cold drafts or low light well. Even with good conditions, indoor basil tends to grow more slowly and leggy than it would outdoors in summer, so most gardeners treat it as an annual and start fresh seed each spring rather than trying to overwinter the same plant.
