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Ocimum basilicum ‘Cinnamon’
Description:
Cinnamon Basil is a warm and spicy twist on a garden classic, offering fragrant leaves with subtle notes of cinnamon and clove. Its slightly darker green foliage is accented by beautiful purple stems and delicate lavender-pink blooms, making it just as ornamental as it is flavorful. This variety brings a unique depth to both sweet and savory dishes, making it a standout in any herb garden.
Wildlife Benefits:
Cinnamon Basil’s nectar-rich flowers are highly attractive to pollinators, especially bees and butterflies, helping to support a thriving and diverse garden ecosystem.
Medicinal Benefits:
Like other basil varieties, Cinnamon Basil contains beneficial antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds. Traditionally, basil has been used to support digestion, promote circulation, and ease mild stress. The warming properties of Cinnamon Basil make it especially lovely for herbal teas and infused preparations.
Native Status:
Originally derived from tropical regions of Asia, Cinnamon Basil is well-suited for cultivation in warm climates and grows beautifully in Georgia gardens during the summer season.
Pollinator Friendliness:
The vibrant blooms provide an excellent nectar source for bees and other beneficial insects, making it a valuable addition to pollinator-friendly plantings.
Planting Guidelines:
Height: 18–30 inches
Spacing: 12–18 inches
Sun/Shade: Requires Full Sun
How to Grow:
Cinnamon Basil thrives in well-draining soil with consistent watering. Allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings to prevent root issues. Regularly pinch back stems to encourage fuller, bushier growth, and remove flower buds if you want to extend leaf production. If allowed to flower, you’ll be rewarded with beautiful blooms that pollinators adore.
Bring a touch of warmth and spice to your garden and kitchen with Cinnamon Basil—a fragrant, flavorful herb that’s as beautiful as it is versatile. Perfect for teas, desserts, and culinary creations, it’s a must-have for adventurous gardeners and herb lovers alike.
Available in 2.5 inch pots.
Ocimum basilicum ‘Cinnamon’
Description:
Cinnamon Basil is a warm and spicy twist on a garden classic, offering fragrant leaves with subtle notes of cinnamon and clove. Its slightly darker green foliage is accented by beautiful purple stems and delicate lavender-pink blooms, making it just as ornamental as it is flavorful. This variety brings a unique depth to both sweet and savory dishes, making it a standout in any herb garden.
Wildlife Benefits:
Cinnamon Basil’s nectar-rich flowers are highly attractive to pollinators, especially bees and butterflies, helping to support a thriving and diverse garden ecosystem.
Medicinal Benefits:
Like other basil varieties, Cinnamon Basil contains beneficial antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds. Traditionally, basil has been used to support digestion, promote circulation, and ease mild stress. The warming properties of Cinnamon Basil make it especially lovely for herbal teas and infused preparations.
Native Status:
Originally derived from tropical regions of Asia, Cinnamon Basil is well-suited for cultivation in warm climates and grows beautifully in Georgia gardens during the summer season.
Pollinator Friendliness:
The vibrant blooms provide an excellent nectar source for bees and other beneficial insects, making it a valuable addition to pollinator-friendly plantings.
Planting Guidelines:
Height: 18–30 inches
Spacing: 12–18 inches
Sun/Shade: Requires Full Sun
How to Grow:
Cinnamon Basil thrives in well-draining soil with consistent watering. Allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings to prevent root issues. Regularly pinch back stems to encourage fuller, bushier growth, and remove flower buds if you want to extend leaf production. If allowed to flower, you’ll be rewarded with beautiful blooms that pollinators adore.
Bring a touch of warmth and spice to your garden and kitchen with Cinnamon Basil—a fragrant, flavorful herb that’s as beautiful as it is versatile. Perfect for teas, desserts, and culinary creations, it’s a must-have for adventurous gardeners and herb lovers alike.
Available in 2.5 inch pots.