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Lemon Basil

Lemon Basil

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Lemon Basil (Ocimum basilicum x O. americanum) is a citrus-scented culinary basil native to northwest India. Its bright lemony flavor adds a fresh tang to dishes, and the silvery-green bushy plants bring a pop of color to the garden.

At a glance

  • Botanical name: Ocimum basilicum x O. americanum
  • Type: Annual culinary basil
  • Flavor: Lemony and bright
  • Foliage: Silvery green, bushy
  • Origin: Northwest India
  • Sun: Full sun
  • Non-GMO: Open-pollinated heirloom

Best for

  • Chicken and fish dishes
  • Roasted vegetables
  • Herbal teas
  • Fresh salads and dressings
  • Container herb gardens

How to grow

Sow after the last frost in warm, well-drained soil and full sun. Pinch the tops regularly to encourage bushy growth and delay flowering. Harvest leaves often for the most tender, flavorful foliage.

Flavor profile

Classic basil sweetness brightened by a clean, zesty lemon note.

About MIgardener

MIgardener is a Michigan-based seed company offering affordable, non-GMO heirloom seeds for home gardeners.

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Product facts

Made by
MIgardener
Maker based in
St. Clair, Michigan
Great for
  • Chicken and fish dishes
  • Roasted vegetables
  • Herbal teas
  • Fresh salads and dressings
  • Container herb gardens