Description
Cardinal’s’ richly colored blooms and robust flavor make it a wonderful dual-purpose basil. With its strong aroma, a little goes a long way in the kitchen. But it’s also a striking accent in a mixed container, adding a unique shape, color, and fragrance. Bring its beauty indoors as a fragrant cut flower.
Family: Laminaceae
Type: Basil (Learn more)
Native: Probably Africa, but in cultivation for so long that it cannot be verified.
Hardiness: Frost-sensitive annual
Exposure: Full sun to part shade
Plant Dimensions: About 24″ tall and 20″ wide.
Variety Info: Denser flowerheads, more lush foliage, and stronger fragrance than other basils.
Attributes: Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flower, Edible Flower, Good for Containers, Frost Sensitive
Additional information
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| Special Features | Attracts Pollinators, Container Use, Cut/Dried Flower, Deer Resistant, Edible, Fragrant |



