African Blue Basil - Our Plants - Kaw Valley Greenhouses

African Blue Basil

Ocimum basilicum 'Kasar'

 

 

  • Pretty pink flowers
  • Wonderful aroma and flavor
  • Use leaves fresh, dried, or fresh frozen
  • Grow indoors or out

Kaw Valley Favorite

These are our very favorite plants! Our staff members are avid plant lovers and these are the best of the best in our own landscaping.

Many of our favorites are new & different. All are excellent performers, easy to grow, and well suited to our area. You won't be disappointed!

Details

Ocimum basilicum 'Kasar' has attractive light pink flowers, a perfect contrast for the purple shaded foliage. African Blue Basil has aromatic leaves with a spicy clove fragrance and flavor. Basil is equally at home in an herb or ornamental garden or grow it indoors for year-round fresh kitchen use.

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Type:

Annual

Herb

Sun/Shade:

Full Sun to Part Sun

Bloom Color:

Pink

Hardiness Zone:

Not hardy

Height:

30-36 inches

Spread:

12-18 inches

Benefits:

Vigorous Growth

Truly Heat Tolerant

Fragrant

 
 
 
 

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