Basil (Ocimum Basilicum) - Growing Guide | Neighborbrite

Basil (Ocimum Basilicum) - Perennials

Grow conditions

Sunlight

Full sun

Hardiness zone

10-11

Min. Temperature

30°F (−1°C)

Soil type

Loam, Sandy, Well drained, Moist

Soil pH

Neutral, Acidic

Basil

Ocimum Basilicum

Grow conditions

Sunlight: Full sun
Hardiness zone: 10-11
Min. Temperature: 30°F (−1°C)
Soil type: Loam, Sandy, Well drained, Moist
Soil pH: Neutral, Acidic

Plant traits

Mature height12 in-36 in

Mature spread12 in-24 in

Plant typePerennials

Bloom seasonSummer, Fall

Foliage typeDeciduous

Tolerance & safety

Drought tolerant❌No

Fire tolerant❌No

Pet safe—Unknown

Deer resistant✅Yes

Pollinator-friendly—Unknown

Basil (Ocimum Basilicum) - Perennials

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