Basil Varieties

Cinnamon Basil

Just like Cardinal Basil, Cinnamon Basil is very pretty and the bees love it! Best Features: 1) This variety has reddish stems and pink flowers. 2) Cinnamon Basil is spicy (cinnamon) and sweet (basil). 3) This variety is container friendly. 4) It is edible and ornamental! 5) Cinnamon Basil grows up to 3 feet tall. […]

Basil Varieties

Siam Queen Basil

If you didn’t already know, there are lots of varieties of basil.  Since I couldn’t find African Blue Basil this year to attract bees, a local plant store recommended that I give Siam Queen Basil a try.  It is a pretty and tasty plant but it doesn’t attract as many bees. Features: 1) The taste […]

Basil Varieties

Sweet Thai Basil

You might see this herb called Thai Basil or Sweet Thai Basil.  This is my first year growing it.  I purchased a plant from a local nursery, but you can grow it from seed. Best Features: 1) It has a unique taste which is a combo of basil, anise and clove flavors! 2) Sweet Thai […]