Cinnamon Basil Seeds Cinamonette | Ocimum basilicum Aromatic Herb

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Ocimum basilicum 'Cinamonette'
Aromatic cinnamon basil with warm spicy fragrance and decorative stems

Ocimum basilicum 'Cinamonette' is a distinctive cinnamon basil variety with aromatic green leaves, reddish-purple stems and a warm spicy fragrance reminiscent of sweet cinnamon. This unusual culinary herb combines the familiar flavour of basil with a subtle cinnamon note, making it a fascinating addition to herb gardens and kitchen containers.

Easy to grow as a tender annual, 'Cinamonette' performs best in warm, sunny conditions and fertile, well-drained soil. It is ideal for pots, patio gardens and kitchen herb collections, where regular harvesting encourages bushy growth and a continuous supply of fresh aromatic leaves throughout summer.

Why You'll Love It

● Unique cinnamon-like aroma and flavour

● Attractive reddish-purple stems and decorative foliage

● Excellent culinary herb for creative cooking

● Perfect for pots, containers and kitchen gardens

● Regular harvesting encourages fresh leaf production

Ideal For

● Kitchen herb gardens

● Patio containers

● Greenhouses and conservatories

● Mediterranean-style planting

● Culinary herb collections

How to Sow & Grow (UK)
Sow indoors: March–May
Plant out: June after the last frost
Direct outdoors: May–June once conditions are warm
Harvest: June–October
Life cycle: Tender annual
Germination temperature: 20–25°C (68–77°F)
Average germination time: 7–14 days
Depth: Surface sow or cover very lightly with compost
Light required: Yes – light aids germination
Moisture: Keep compost evenly moist but not waterlogged
Environment: Full sun in a warm, sheltered position
Soil type: Fertile, humus-rich, well-drained soil
Plant spacing: 25–30 cm (10–12 in)
Mature height: 30–50 cm (12–20 in)
Expert Growing Tips

● Sow seeds on the surface and cover only very lightly, as basil seeds need light and warmth for reliable germination.

● Grow in containers if possible, as pots can be moved into warmth during cool UK weather.

● Pinch out the growing tips regularly to encourage a bushier plant with more harvestable leaves.

● Remove flower heads as they appear if growing for culinary use, as flowering reduces leaf production.

● Harvest leaves frequently from the top of stems rather than removing only individual lower leaves, encouraging continued branching and growth.

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