Basil Cardinal Unity Grown

Thai basil cultivar with 2-3" long leaves, larger than other Thai basil plants. Features purple stems and show, purple-red flower bracts in the summer with aroma and flavor of cinnamon, clove, and anise.

Cardinal basil is a slow grower, but has great tolerance to downy mildew than other basil cultivars. Although typically grown for its show blooms, Cardinal has a mild Thai basil taste with notes of anise. This variety grows to 14-20" tall and leaves can be harvested at any time. Pruning flowers before they bloom will reduce the plant's showy appearance, but prolong the plant's life.

Plants available in 4" containers beginning the week of 4/14.

Photo courtesy of Johnny's Seeds.