Greek Bush Basil. A compact bushy aromatic herb with bright green leaves. Produces purple tinged, white flowers in late summer. Max Height 15cm to 30cm. Max Spread 15cm to 30cm. Flowers July to August. Full sun. Not hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Ocimum basilicum var. minimum
A compact bushy aromatic herb with bright green leaves. Produces purple tinged, white flowers in late summer.
Category: Herbs
Additional information
Generic | Ocimum |
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Species | basilicum |
Varietry | var. minimum |
Common Name | Greek Bush Basil |
Flower Colour | white |
Soil | Light |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Annual |
Height | 15cm, 30cm |
Family | Labiatae |
Spread | 15cm, 30cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Bushy |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | July, August |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Well drained |
Protection | Sheltered site |
Hardiness | Not hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Pinch out flowerheads as they appear |
Border | Herb garden, Border, Culinary |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
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