Spicy Globe Basil

Spicy Globe (Ocimum basilicum) is a compact, bushy basil with small, aromatic leaves and a spicy-sweet flavor. Reaching just 8 to 10 inches in a neat, rounded mound, it is ideal for containers or edging beds. The dense foliage adds a burst of flavor to salads, sauces, and pestos.

At a glance

• Botanical name: Ocimum basilicum
• Type: Heirloom, non-GMO basil
• Flavor: Spicy-sweet
• Habit: Compact globe, 8 to 10 inches
• Leaves: Small and aromatic
• Sun: Full sun

Best for

• Container and windowsill growing
• Edging garden beds
• Pestos and sauces
• Salads
• Ornamental herb borders

How to grow

Start indoors and transplant after frost, or direct sow once warm, in full sun. Its naturally rounded habit needs little pruning. Pinch off flower buds and harvest leaves often to keep it productive.

Flavor profile

Spicy and sweet with concentrated basil aroma packed into the small leaves.

About MIgardener

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