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Cinnamon Basil (Ocimum basilicum ‘Cinnamon’)

Cinnamon Basil (Ocimum basilicum ‘Cinnamon’)

Cinnamon Basil, botanically classified as Ocimum basilicum ‘Cinnamon’, is a unique basil variety prized for its warm, spicy aroma and subtle cinnamon flavour. These plants are grown in-house by Urbane Eight using seeds from West Coast Seeds, ensuring healthy growth and consistent flavour. Cinnamon basil features glossy green leaves with purple-tinged stems and produces delicate pink to purple flower spikes, making it both a culinary and ornamental herb.

This basil variety is commonly used in teas, desserts, fruit dishes, and baked goods, as well as in savoury recipes where a hint of spice enhances flavour. Cinnamon basil grows upright and responds well to regular harvesting, making it well suited for container growing indoors or outdoors during the growing season.

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Small - 4"/ 10cm Diameter

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Sun Requirements ▾

Bright light is essential for healthy growth and strong aroma. Cinnamon basil thrives in bright indirect light and benefits from several hours of direct sunlight each day. When grown outdoors, it performs best in full sun. Insufficient light may result in weak growth and reduced fragrance.

Watering Instructions ▾

Watering should be done when the top portion of the soil begins to dry out. Cinnamon basil prefers evenly moist soil and does not tolerate drying out completely. Inconsistent watering can cause wilting or reduce flavour quality, while overwatering may lead to root issues. Watering frequency may increase during warmer weather or periods of active growth.

Care Tips ▾

Cinnamon basil prefers a warm, bright environment with good airflow and stable conditions. It performs best in a rich, well-draining soil that retains moisture without becoming waterlogged. Regular pinching or harvesting of the growing tips encourages bushier growth and helps delay flowering. Basil is sensitive to cold temperatures and should be protected from drafts and cool conditions.Cinnamon basil can be grown outdoors once the risk of frost has passed and nighttime temperatures remain warm. It performs well in garden beds or containers with well-draining soil and full sun exposure. Leaves should be harvested regularly by cutting stems just above a leaf node, which encourages continued growth and delays flowering. Harvesting before full flowering helps maintain the best flavour and aroma.
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