Ocimum basilicum × O. kilimandscharicum

Common name(s): African blue basil

Description: perennial (requires protection from frost); a sterile, hybrid basil with striking veined foliage and dark pink flowers. It has a higher camphor content than Italian basil but still makes a decent pesto. Long-flowering and one of the best basils to bring pollinators into the vegetable garden.

Height: to 2 ft. Spread: to 2 ft.

Position: full sun and moist, well-draining soil

Uses: culinary- pesto, sauces, pizza, pasta, etc., to attract pollinators