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Basil Lemon

Lemon basil

• »  Very fragrant
• »  Hybrid herb
• »  Citrus flavor
• »  Attracts bees and butterflies
• »  Syn. Ocimum basilicum

• Category:Herbs
• Breeder:Sara's Superb Herbs®
• Hardiness Zone:3-11
• Height:1-2 ft
• Spread:1-2 ft
• Foliage Color: Green Shades

Lemon basil is a cross between American basil and sweet basil, prized for its bright lemony flavor and role in Southeast Asian cuisine. A favorite among gardeners, it thrives in warm weather and grows vigorously throughout the summer.