African Blue Basil Live Starter Plant – Organic Culinary Herb

A Stunning, Fragrant Basil Unlike Any Other

African Blue Basil is a remarkable hybrid basil that combines the bold camphor-clove aroma of African basil with the sweet, anise-tinged flavor of common sweet basil. The result is a uniquely complex herb with dramatic purple-veined foliage and lavender-blue flower spikes that are as beautiful in the garden as they are useful in the kitchen. This certified organic live starter plant arrives rooted and ready to grow.

What Makes African Blue Basil Special

• Richer, More Complex Flavor: Earthy, slightly spicy, and aromatic — wonderful in pasta, pesto, salads, infused oils, and Mediterranean dishes.
• Stunning Visual Appeal: Deep purple stems, green leaves with violet veins, and spikes of lavender-blue flowers that bloom prolifically all season long.
• Pollinator Powerhouse: The long-blooming flowers are irresistible to bees and butterflies — an excellent companion plant in the garden.
• Perennial in Warm Climates: Unlike annual sweet basil, African Blue Basil is a perennial in USDA Zones 9–11, returning season after season.
• Certified Organic: Clean, chemical-free, and safe for fresh culinary use directly from the plant.

Growing Tips

Plant in full sun in average, well-drained soil. African Blue Basil is more heat and drought tolerant than sweet basil — it thrives in warm conditions and is less prone to bolting. Water when the top inch of soil is dry. Pinch flower spikes to redirect energy into leaf production, or let it bloom freely to support pollinators. Grows 2–3 feet tall.

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