Blue Spice Basil is an aromatic perennial herb that adds a delightful fragrance and flavor to any garden or kitchen. Known for its distinct vanilla-clove aroma and rich taste, this variety is perfect for gourmet cooking, herbal teas, and decorative garden beds. A vigorous grower, it thrives in warm climates and rewards gardeners with continuous lush growth throughout the season.

Features:

• Variety: Blue Spice Basil

• Type: Fragrant perennial herb

• Aroma & Flavor: Sweet, spicy, with notes of vanilla and clove

• Growth Habit: Bushy, compact, and fast-growing

• Use: Perfect for culinary dishes, salads, teas, and herbal infusions

• Maturation: 60-70 days to maturity

• Height: 18–24 inches tall, ideal for containers or garden beds

Specifications:

• USDA Zones: 9–11 (perennial), annual in cooler climates

• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil, pH 6.0–7.5

• Sun Exposure: Full sun for best aroma and leaf production

• Watering: Keep soil evenly moist, avoid overwatering

• Planting Guide:

  • Start seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost date

  • Germination temperature: 70–75°F (21–24°C)

  • Transplant outdoors after frost danger has passed

  • Space plants 12–18 inches apart

• Harvesting Tips: Harvest leaves before flowering for the best flavor; frequent harvesting encourages more growth

• Companion Plants: Grows well alongside tomatoes, peppers, and oregano

Benefits:

• Produces continuous fragrant leaves throughout the season

• Excellent for home chefs and gardeners seeking a rich, aromatic herb

• Easy to grow in pots, raised beds, or garden soil

• Attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies

• Perfect for seasoning, garnishing, and infusing culinary dishes