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Variety Info
Family: Laminaceae
Type: Basil (Learn more)
Native: Probably Africa, but in cultivation for so long that it cannot be verified.
Hardiness: Frost-sensitive annual
Exposure: Full sun to part shade
Plant Dimensions: 18"–30" tall
Variety Info: CINNAMON: 24"–30" tall; looks like sweet basil but with red stems and pink flowers. Has a cinnamon fragrance and very sweet flavor. Use in fruit salads, jellies, and in fresh and dried flower arrangements. GENOVESE: 18"–24" tall; large leaf green basil with spicy flavor and fragrance; this is the true Italian pesto basil from the Genoa area of Italy, the pesto capital of the world. LEMON: 18" tall; small leaves, with a strong lemon fragrance and flavor. Nice in vinegar and complements dishes with a lemon base. LIME: 18" tall; dark green, shiny leaves; sweet lime aroma with citrus flavor for memorable flavored oils and sauces. Use in desserts such as a delicious lime basil sorbet. LARGE LEAF: 18"–24" tall, 10" wide. Medium dark-green leaves and a sweet, "all-around" basil. 'DARK OPAL': 24" tall, purple leaves with mild, sweet flavor just right for pesto, pasta, and salad; makes a lovely pink vinegar or oil. A beautiful addition to any garden.
Attributes: Frost Sensitive, Good for Containers
Sowing Info
When to Sow Outside: 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date, and when soil temperature is at least 60°F, ideally 65°–85°F. Successive Sowings: We recommend 3 or 4 successive sowings every 3 weeks after initial sowing.
When to Start Inside: RECOMMENDED. 4 to 6 weeks before transplanting outside. Transplant when your nighttime temperatures are above 50°F.
Days to Emerge: 5 – 10 Days
Seed Depth: ¼"
Seed Spacing: A group of 2 seeds every 12"
Row Spacing: 12"
Thinning: When 2" tall, thin to 1 every 12"
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Growing Info
Harvesting: Basil flavor is best before the plant flowers. Harvest up to 1/3 of the plant at a time, leaving enough for the plant to be healthy and keep producing. Harvest prior to a frost; basil is very frost sensitive.
- Christine F.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars4/4/26Pesto - Pesto
A very good blend of seeds to produce a very tasty Pesto.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests4/4/26Hey Christine,
We're so excited to hear your Six Basil Blend Basil Seeds are producing such tasty pesto! There's nothing quite like homemade pesto made with fresh basil you've grown yourself - the flavor is just unbeatable. It sounds like this blend is giving you exactly what you need for those delicious batches. Keep on growing 🌻️
- ceciliaRated 5 out of 5 stars2/26/26MY ABSOLUTE FAVORITE!
I am just so in love with this blend of basil. They were sold out last year and I was heartbroken. I can no longer find it in stores only online and I already have some from a different company...but they cannot compete with this blend. I have so much success with these and they are so vibrant, fragrant, and and just make me so happy. I don't eat basil much, but having it from seed to seed is such an experience. Pollinators love it just as much as I do. I hate overstocking on seeds but i might just have to go ahead an reorder these just to have so I don't miss out on the most beautiful thing in my garden.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests3/10/26Hey Cecilia,
What an absolutely wonderful review! We're so thrilled to hear our Six Basil Blend Basil Seeds are your absolute favorite and that you had such heartbreak when they were sold out last year - that means the world to us! We love that our blend outperforms the competition with those vibrant, fragrant results that bring you so much joy. It sounds like you've created the perfect seed-to-seed growing experience, and we're delighted the pollinators are loving it just as much as you are! Your garden must be absolutely stunning. We totally understand the temptation to stock up so you never miss out on having the most beautiful thing in your garden again. Thank you for choosing us and for sharing this incredibly heartwarming review with us. Keep on growing 🌻️
- Miss J.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars2/4/26Loving these seeds!
I am loving these seeds. I have tried growing basil from other companies and was not successful. However, with Botanical interest I have been successful. I planted these February 1st, 2026 and on February 3rd, 2026, 1 had already sprouted thats 2 days later. today is February 4th, 2026 so all of these germinated in 3 days. I only grew three because I do not have a lot of garden space. I cannot wait to see which surprise variety I got thank you Botanical interest! I wouldn’t say I am a beginner however I am a beginner when it comes to basil. Be blessed y’all.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests2/6/26Hey Miss,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your wonderful review, and your photos, of our Six Basil Blend Basil Seeds! How exciting that you had your first sprout in just 2 days and full germination in 3 days! We love that you're embracing the surprise element of not knowing which variety you'll get from the blend. What a fun gardening adventure! Thank you for choosing us and for sharing your growing success with us. Keep on growing 🌻️
- INDIRARated 3 out of 5 stars8/7/25Did not grow
I tried to plant this on three different occasions, but nothing happened. I'm not sure what I was doing wrong, but I will try again next year.
BIBotanical Interests8/12/25Hey Indira,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts in a review. I've reached out to you via email to offer assistance. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we are committed to ensuring your experience is positive. Thank you once again for your input. Keep on growing 🌻️
- Nick F.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars1/12/255 Stars
Quality seeds. Thanks much.