Basil, African is a very beautiful plant with aromatic deep green leaves splashed with purple. Striking long flower spikes of bright mauve-pink. Should also be called ‘Bee Basil’ as they adore the flowers!
Perhaps not the flavour of the classic tender varieties but this can be forgiven because African basil has the huge advantage of being a perennial.
Keep warm and dry inside during cooler months (above 15 degrees). This variety looks stunning in a pot on the patio where you can enjoy the aroma and the beautiful flowers. Although one should cut out the flowers on most basils, please leave some for the bees on this variety!
This aromatic herb is great in the kitchen and adds flavour to many recipes. For best results add towards the end of cooking. It is famous for the unique flavour it imparts to tomato and pasta dishes. One of the best known recipes for Basil is of course Pesto sauce.
This plant is grown in a 4″ (10cm) pot. It is ready to be placed (weather permitting) into it’s final position. You will receive an instruction label which gives you further cultural instructions.
Note: If the Plant is in season but not in stock it may be available in small quantities. please contact us for stock. Read more on availability here
| Weight | 0.5 kg |
|---|---|
| Height | 2 – 3 Foot |
| Life Cycle | Tender Perennial |
| Colour | Pinks, Mauves, Blues |
| Ideal for Bee & Butterfly | Yes |
| Medicinal | Not Medicinal |
| Planting Position | Full Sun |
| Herbs for Tea | No |
| Ideal for Tubs & Containers | Yes but large container |
| Culinary Herbs | Garnish, Salads, Sauces, Oils and Vinegars, Soups, Vegetables |
| Scented | Savory Spiced |
| Herb Group | Basils |
| A-Z | B |
| Pot Size | 1.5 Litre potted plant, 10cm (pot width) plant, 2 Litre potted plant |
| Width / Spread | 2-3 feet |
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Barbara Price (verified owner) –
If you love to see a plant covered in honey bees and bumble bees as well as many other insects, please grow this. At the last count, 10 minutes ago, there were over 30 in total and I only grew 1 tub full. It has also flowered since the end of June, showing no sign of stopping, still vigorous with no sign of disease and has been an absolute delight.
Bev Lawrence (verified owner) –
Last week I purchased several of these lovely plants online from Norfolk Herbs for my sister as a Birthday Gift, they arrived today and she is absolutely delighted . She has told me that each plant is at least 10 inches tall , smell wonderful and are extremely healthy and covered in flowers,
Many Thanks for a very quick delivery .This is my first experience of Norfolk Herbs and I’m sure it won’t be the last