Basil Sweet Cinnamon ORGANIC Herb Seeds

A fragrant basil with soft green leaves and a warm cinnamon lift that adds a gentle aromatic twist to borders containers and kitchen gardens.

 

Sweet Basil Cinnamon is a beautifully selected variety known for its mellow spicy sweetness and smooth leaf texture. Plants form tidy upright mounds with aromatic foliage that enriches salads teas pasta dishes and summer cooking while bringing a comforting herbal charm to mixed plantings.

 

Its vibrant colouring and fragrant growth make it ideal for herb beds patio pots and decorative edible displays where both flavour and visual appeal are valued

The pale flowers draw bees and other helpful insects adding movement and life to the garden while supporting steady leafy growth when harvested regularly.

 

This basil thrives in full sun and fertile free draining soil performing beautifully in borders raised beds and containers. Its compact habit allows it to settle comfortably into smaller spaces while still offering generous leafy harvests with a consistently warm aromatic flavour.

 

The dependable growth and distinctive cinnamon aroma make it an excellent choice for kitchen gardens summer planters and coordinated edible schemes where flavour and presentation work together.

 

Easy to grow and rewarding this variety provides a long season of fragrant leaves from early summer until the first frosts. Its gentle spicy sweetness and elegant growth make it a favourite for gardeners who enjoy high quality herbs and flavour rich harvests.

 

Seed Qty Approx 0.5 grams

 

Sow February to June indoors or outdoors in warm conditions

Germination 7 to 14 days at 18 to 22 C

Soil and Position Fertile free draining soil in full sun

Height and Spread 30 to 45 cm tall 25 to 35 cm spread

Harvesting June to October

Sowing Instructions

Sow seeds on the surface of moist free draining compost and cover lightly with a fine layer of compost or vermiculite.

 

Maintain gentle warmth and keep the compost evenly moist until seedlings appear. Transplant young plants into individual pots when large enough to handle. Harden off gradually and plant out after the last frost into warm sunny positions.

 

Grow and Maintenance

Water regularly during dry spells and feed lightly to support leafy growth. Pinch out growing tips to encourage bushy plants and remove flower buds if a longer leaf harvest is desired. Provide a sunny sheltered position for the best colour and flavour. Protect young plants from slugs and snails.

 

Uses and Benefits

Soft aromatic leaves with a warm cinnamon twist

Compact plants ideal for borders containers and herb beds

Attractive to bees and beneficial insects

Perfect for salads teas pasta dishes and summer cooking

Adds ornamental value to edible gardens and patio displays