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Ocimum basilicum 'Queenette'

 
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Family: Lamiaceae (lay-mee-AY-see-ay) (Info)
Genus: Ocimum (OSS-ih-mum) (Info)
Species: basilicum (bass-IL-ee-kum) (Info)
Cultivar: Queenette
Additional cultivar information: (aka Siam Queenette)

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Category:
Annuals
Herbs

Height:
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)

Spacing:
12-15 in. (30-38 cm)
15-18 in. (38-45 cm)

Hardiness:
Unknown - Tell us

Sun Exposure:
Full Sun

Danger:
Unknown - Tell us

Bloom Color:
Dark Purple/Black

Bloom Time:
Blooms repeatedly

Foliage:
Grown for foliage
Aromatic

Other details:
Suitable for growing in containers

Soil pH requirements:
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)

Propagation Methods:
Unknown - Tell us

Seed Collecting:
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds

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Profile:

1 positive
No neutrals
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Gardeners' Notes:

RatingAuthorComment
Positive Kauai17 On May 6, 2005, Kauai17 from Round Rock, TX
(Zone 8b) wrote:

This is a unique basil plant that is perfect for an added flavor to oriental dishes. It is also known as Bai Horapha or Hun Que. When you rub the leaves with your hands you can smell the anise aroma.

Regional...

This plant has been said to grow in the following regions:

Merced, California
San Diego, California
Pompano Beach, Florida
Round Rock, Texas



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