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Cinnamon Basil Seeds for Planting

Cinnamon Basil Seeds for Planting

$16.49 USD
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How to Sow and Plant

Sow seeds shallowly on moist, well-drained soil and lightly cover. Keep soil warm and evenly moist until germination occurs.

How to Grow

Grow in full sun with fertile soil. Water regularly without waterlogging. Pinch tips often and remove flower buds to encourage continuous leaf growth.

Tips

Provide full sunlight
Pinch tips regularly
Harvest leaves young
Avoid excess watering
Protect from cold temperatures

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Features
life-cycle

Life Cycle

Annual

plant-characteristics

Plant Characteristics

purple stems

growth-habit

Growth Habit

Upright

bloom-season

Bloom Season

Summer

flavour-profile

Flavour Profile

Sweet-spicy cinnamon flavor

suitable-for

Suitable for

Both Indoor / Outdoor

About
Cinnamon Basil Seeds for Planting
seed-type

Seed Type

Heirloom

plant-type

Plant Type

Culinary & Aromatic Herb

Cinnamon Basil (Ocimum basilicum ‘Cinnamon’) is a unique basil variety valued for its warm, spicy fragrance and decorative appearance. The leaves and flowers are both usable, making it a favorite among culinary enthusiasts and herbal tea lovers. It is easy to grow and highly rewarding.

Planting information
planting-season

Planting Season

Spring to summer

fruit-size

Fruit Size

Not applicable

plant-height

Plant Height

40–60 cm

light-requirement

Light Requirement

Full sun

water-needs

Water Needs

Moderate

hardiness-zones

Hardiness Zones

5–11

container-garden

Container Garden

Yes

plant-spacing

Plant Spacing

25–30 cm

planting-depth

Planting Depth

0.5 cm

growing-conditions

Growing Conditions

Warm climate

Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
Seed Count
100
GTIN
036000156904

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes cinnamon basil different from sweet basil?

Cinnamon basil has a distinctive spicy aroma with purple stems and decorative flower spikes.

Can cinnamon basil be planted with flowers?

Yes. Its colorful stems and blooms pair well with ornamental plantings.

Does cinnamon basil produce attractive flower spikes?

Yes. Mature plants develop ornamental flower spikes that also attract pollinators.

Can frequent harvesting improve plant shape?

Regular harvesting encourages bushier growth and continued leaf production.

Is cinnamon basil suitable for patio containers?

Yes. Compact growth makes it well suited for pots and window boxes.

Should basil flowers be removed?

Removing flower spikes can encourage continued leaf growth if foliage is the main goal.