75 Seeds Cinnamon Basil Ocimum basilicum Herb Garden

Cinnamon basil is a distinctive variety of sweet basil prized for its warm, spicy aroma that blends classic basil notes with a gentle cinnamon-like fragrance. Its glossy green leaves and subtle reddish-purple stems and flower spikes make it an attractive addition to herb gardens, patio containers, and sunny kitchen windowsills alike. Easy to grow and rewarding from seed, this variety offers both visual interest and a pleasant scent wherever it is planted.

Cinnamon basil is a versatile culinary herb that works well in both fresh and cooked dishes. The fragrant leaves can be used in salads, teas, pestos, marinades, and desserts, where their spice-forward flavor adds a unique twist. Plants grow in a bushy, upright habit and benefit from regular harvesting, which encourages fuller, more productive growth throughout the season. The edible flowers are also a charming garnish. Whether grown in garden beds or pots, this basil brings fragrance and flavor to any growing space.

Species: Ocimum basilicum
Variety: Cinnamon
Type: Annual herb
Plant_Habit: Upright, bushy
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-drained, loamy, moist
Days_to_Harvest: 60-80
Zones: 4-10 (grown as annual)
Germination: 7-14 days at 65-75F
Sowing: Surface sow, lightly press into soil, do not cover deeply
Spacing: 10-12 inches apart
Notes: Pinch back flower buds to encourage leaf production