McKenzie Basil Cinnamon Seeds

Cinnamon basil is a fragrant annual herb with spicy, cinnamon-like flavour and aromatic green leaves. It grows well in full sun and adds bold character to salads, teas, and fresh culinary dishes, with attractive pink blooms before going to seed.

Why you’ll love it:

• Unique cinnamon-spiced flavour
• Great for culinary use and fresh teas
• Attractive foliage and flowers
• Easy to grow in containers or garden beds

Growing Information:

• Botanical Name: Ocimum basilicum
• Plant Type: Annual herb
• Light Requirements: Full sun
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
• Germination: ~7–14 days
• Days to Harvest: ~35+ days
• Plant Height: ~45–75 cm

Seed Details:

• Seed Type: Open pollinated
• Approximate Seed Count: ~60–70
• Special Characteristics: Spicy aroma; good for pollinators

Suggested Uses:
Sow seeds outdoors once all danger of frost has passed or start indoors 6–8 weeks earlier. Space plants to allow airflow and grow in well-drained soil. Harvest leaves as needed for fresh use in salads, teas, sauces, or pesto. Regular harvesting encourages bushier growth and delays flowering.:contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

Seed packet includes planting instructions. Results may vary based on growing conditions.