'Basil - Lemon' Seeds
Ocimum basilicum var. americanum
 
 OPEN-POLLINATED  
 
Also known as Hoary Basil
 
Annual 30 - 40cm
Light green leaves with a strong lemon flavour
Culinary herb
Suit container growing and borders
 
 
Basil - Lemon is a hybrid between Ocimum basilicum and Ocimum americanum. The plant produces light green leaves with a pointy, slightly serrated edge and small white flowers. Flowers and leaves have a strong lemon scent and flavour and are used to enhance many dishes, in teas and desserts.