Herbs
Ocimum basilicum 'Spicy Globe' (Spicy Globe Basil)
Ocimum basilicum 'Spicy Globe'
Also known as Spicy Globe Basil
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About This Plant
Ocimum basilicum 'Spicy Globe' (Spicy Globe Basil), 'Spicy Globe', is valued in PNW gardens for its character and seasonal interest.
An aromatic culinary or medicinal herb for the home garden. Many are also pollinator favorites.
Full sun suits this plant. Plant in well-drained soil. Hardy USDA Zone varies. Most herbs prefer well-drained soil and lean conditions; avoid over-fertilizing which can dilute essential oils. Harvest regularly to encourage fresh growth.
Plant Details
- Botanical
- Ocimum basilicum 'Spicy Globe'
- Common name
- Spicy Globe Basil
- Lifecycle
- Annual
- Mature size
- 8-12 in tall × 10-14 in wide
- Growth rate
- Fast
- Bloom time
- Late summer
- Bloom color
- Purple, White, Pink
- Foliage color
- Green
- Harvest
- Late summer
- Days to maturity
- 55-65 days
- Seed type
- Open-pollinated
Care Notes
Garden Attributes
- Pacific NW native
- Deer resistant
- Coastal suitable
- Grown organically
- Pollinator value: Bees, Butterflies
- Wildlife: Pollinator support
- 🌱 Edible: Leaves