Basil 'Cinnamon' | Ocimum basilicum 'Cinnamon'| Aromatic Heirloom | Non-GMO | 100 Seeds

Cinnamon Basil (Ocimum basilicum 'Cinnamon') – Aromatic Heirloom with Spicy-Sweet Flavor | Pollinator Favorite | Non-GMO – 100 Seeds

With its warm, spicy aroma and distinctive cinnamon-clove flavor, Cinnamon Basil is a unique heirloom herb that brings both beauty and boldness to your garden. Its narrow, glossy green leaves grow on striking purple stems, topped with spikes of pink-lavender flowers that bees and butterflies can’t resist.

This variety is prized in teas, fruit salads, desserts, and savory dishes—especially in Latin American and Asian cuisines. Fast-growing and easy to care for, Cinnamon Basil thrives in sunny gardens and containers, making it a flavorful and fragrant favorite.

Seed Packet Info:

• Botanical Name: Ocimum basilicum ‘Cinnamon’

• Skill Level: Easy – Ideal for herb gardeners of all levels

• Pollinator Friendly:
  • Attracts bees, butterflies, and hoverflies
  • Great companion plant for tomatoes, peppers, and fruit trees

Planting & Care:

• Light: Full sun

• Plant Height: 18–30 inches

• Spacing: 10–12" apart

• Watering: Water regularly; allow top inch of soil to dry between waterings

• Soil: Well-draining, nutrient-rich soil

• Frost Sensitivity: Tender annual – plant after last frost

To Start:

• Zones 3–6: Start indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost; transplant once soil is warm

• Zones 7–10: Direct sow after last frost or transplant started plants

• Zones 11–12: Grow nearly year-round with some shade in extreme heat

Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep. Thin to strongest seedlings. Pinch early to encourage bushy growth. Harvest before flowering for the best flavor.