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Features
Family
Laminaceae
Native
Probably Africa, but in cultivation for so long that it cannot be verified.
Life Cycle
Annual
Plant Height
Tall (Greater than 24")
Further Information
Plant Characteristics
Good for Containers
Growing Conditions
Frost Sensitive
About Six Basil Blend Basil Seeds
Ocimum basilicum
CINNAMON: 24"–30" tall; looks like sweet basil but with red stems and pink flowers. Has a cinnamon fragrance and very sweet flavor. Use in fruit salads, jellies, and in fresh and dried flower arrangements. GENOVESE: 18"–24" tall; large leaf green basil with spicy flavor and fragrance; this is the true Italian pesto basil from the Genoa area of Italy, the pesto capital of the world. LEMON: 18" tall; small leaves, with a strong lemon fragrance and flavor. Nice in vinegar and complements dishes with a lemon base. LIME: 18" tall; dark green, shiny leaves; sweet lime aroma with citrus flavor for memorable flavored oils and sauces. Use in desserts such as a delicious lime basil sorbet. LARGE LEAF: 18"–24" tall, 10" wide. Medium dark-green leaves and a sweet, "all-around" basil. 'DARK OPAL': 24" tall, purple leaves with mild, sweet flavor just right for pesto, pasta, and salad; makes a lovely pink vinegar or oil. A beautiful addition to any garden.
Planting Basil
Plant Spacing
A group of 2 seeds every 12"
Light Required
Full sun to part shade
Plant Height
Tall (Greater than 24")
Planting Depth
¼"
Planting Details
| Row Spacing | 12" |
|---|---|
| Seed Depth | ¼" |
| Seed Spacing | A group of 2 seeds every 12" |
| Thinning | When 2" tall, thin to 1 every 12" |
| Germination | 5 – 10 Days |
| Start Indoors | RECOMMENDED. 4 to 6 weeks before transplanting outside. Transplant when your nighttime temperatures are above 50°F. |
| Direct Sow | 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date, and when soil temperature is at least 60°F, ideally 65°–85°F. Successive Sowings: We recommend 3 or 4 successive sowings every 3 weeks after initial sowing. |
| Growing & Harvesting | Basil flavor is best before the plant flowers. Harvest up to 1/3 of the plant at a time, leaving enough for the plant to be healthy and keep producing. Harvest prior to a frost; basil is very frost sensitive. |
Find Your Frost Date & Grow Zone
Average First Frost Date
October 19
Average Last Frost Date
May 19
Your Hardiness Zone is
5b
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16 reviews
- Elsa P.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars4/15/26My go to Basil Mix
I use this mix every year. Absolutely love the different varieties.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests4/19/26Hey Elsa,
We're so thrilled to hear that our Six Basil Blend is your go-to mix year after year! There's something so wonderful about having that variety of basil flavors and textures all in one packet - from sweet Genovese to spicy purple ruffles, each variety brings its own special character to the garden and kitchen. It's customers like you who make us so proud of this blend! Having that reliable favorite that you can count on season after season is exactly what we love to hear. Keep on growing 🌻️
- Samantha S.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars4/8/26Convenient and fun
We planted these basil seeds all over the garden and now the sprouts are big enough to identify. All the promised types of basil are there, and we're looking forward to flowers for the bees. Beautiful!
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests4/12/26Hey Samantha,
We're so thrilled to hear your Six Basil Blend Basil Seeds are all sprouting beautifully and you can already identify all the different varieties! There's nothing quite like having that amazing mix of basil flavors growing throughout your garden. And how wonderful that you're thinking ahead about the flowers for the bees - they're going to absolutely love visiting your basil blooms! Your garden sounds like it's going to be both delicious and buzzing with happy pollinators. Keep on growing 🌻️
- Christine F.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars4/4/26Pesto - Pesto
A very good blend of seeds to produce a very tasty Pesto.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests4/4/26Hey Christine,
We're so excited to hear your Six Basil Blend Basil Seeds are producing such tasty pesto! There's nothing quite like homemade pesto made with fresh basil you've grown yourself - the flavor is just unbeatable. It sounds like this blend is giving you exactly what you need for those delicious batches. Keep on growing 🌻️
- ceciliaRated 5 out of 5 stars2/26/26MY ABSOLUTE FAVORITE!
I am just so in love with this blend of basil. They were sold out last year and I was heartbroken. I can no longer find it in stores only online and I already have some from a different company...but they cannot compete with this blend. I have so much success with these and they are so vibrant, fragrant, and and just make me so happy. I don't eat basil much, but having it from seed to seed is such an experience. Pollinators love it just as much as I do. I hate overstocking on seeds but i might just have to go ahead an reorder these just to have so I don't miss out on the most beautiful thing in my garden.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests3/10/26Hey Cecilia,
What an absolutely wonderful review! We're so thrilled to hear our Six Basil Blend Basil Seeds are your absolute favorite and that you had such heartbreak when they were sold out last year - that means the world to us! We love that our blend outperforms the competition with those vibrant, fragrant results that bring you so much joy. It sounds like you've created the perfect seed-to-seed growing experience, and we're delighted the pollinators are loving it just as much as you are! Your garden must be absolutely stunning. We totally understand the temptation to stock up so you never miss out on having the most beautiful thing in your garden again. Thank you for choosing us and for sharing this incredibly heartwarming review with us. Keep on growing 🌻️
- Miss J.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars2/4/26Loving these seeds!
I am loving these seeds. I have tried growing basil from other companies and was not successful. However, with Botanical interest I have been successful. I planted these February 1st, 2026 and on February 3rd, 2026, 1 had already sprouted thats 2 days later. today is February 4th, 2026 so all of these germinated in 3 days. I only grew three because I do not have a lot of garden space. I cannot wait to see which surprise variety I got thank you Botanical interest! I wouldn’t say I am a beginner however I am a beginner when it comes to basil. Be blessed y’all.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests2/6/26Hey Miss,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your wonderful review, and your photos, of our Six Basil Blend Basil Seeds! How exciting that you had your first sprout in just 2 days and full germination in 3 days! We love that you're embracing the surprise element of not knowing which variety you'll get from the blend. What a fun gardening adventure! Thank you for choosing us and for sharing your growing success with us. Keep on growing 🌻️