This variety is very true to its name, and had a distinct cinnamon aftertaste, although initially it very much resembles sweet basil, but with a cooler flavour.
This variety is very true to its name, and had a distinct cinnamon aftertaste, although initially it very much resembles sweet basil, but with a cooler flavour.
Cinnamon basil has attractive purple growing tips, pink flowers in summer enhance the ornamental appeal.
It is a tall plant, growing to be 75cm (30") tall in good soil. The sturdy stems are dark purple red, with dark green , cinnamon scented leaves growing up to 5cm (2in) long.
Qty - 200 seeds
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