Basil 'Blue Spice'
- Product number: 332900
- Origin: South Asia
- Latin: Ocimum americanum x basilicum
A successful cross that has resulted in a unique basil in terms of taste and appearance. The strong aroma has a vanilla overtone. The flowers are light purple on purple-coloured stems. Otherwise, the plant has sturdy, green leaves. The strong growth, even in colder weather, is remarkable. A wonderful flavour enhancer for chicken dishes, fruit dishes, marinades, dressings and dips.
Basil likes warmth and high humidity. The leaves are widely used in the preparation of soups, sauces, fish dishes, herbs, vinegar and pickles.
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Latin: Ocimum americanum x basilicum
Dutch: Basilicum
Also known as: Vanilla Basil
English: Basil
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- Flower colour: Light purple on purple-colored stems
- Origin: South Asia
- Average growth height: 30 to 60 cm
- Annual or perennial: Annual
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- Winter hardy: Not frost hardy
- Ease of cultivation: Moderate
- Latin: Ocimum americanum x basilicum
- Dutch: Basil
- Also known as: Vanilla Basil
- English: Basil
