This tropical-looking ornamental basil has dense 1/2 inch leaves that grow in clusters around distinctive purple stems. Queenette's exotic flavor combines aromatic mild sweet spices with clove/mint basil flavor. A critical ingredient in Southeast Asian dishes and marvelous in stirfries, chutneys and marinades. An eye-catching herb to interplant with flowers for "edible landscaping." 

• Days to Maturity -

• Height - 18"

• Spacing - 6"

• Exposure - Sun

• Zone - Annual

Remarks - Moderately rich, moist soil. Basil is not drought tolerant and can be damaged by heat stress. Regular moisture throughout the growing season helps to ensure a good crop.  Begin light harvesting after plants have become established. It is best done in the early morning when the temperature is cooler and the leaves are less likely to wilt. A full harvest should be completed just before the plants start to flower. Cut the entire plant 4-6" above the ground to promote a second growth. Leaves are easily bruised when picking, so handle carefully.

Ocimum basilicum