Cinnamon Basil (Ocimum basilicum 'Cinnamon') Seeds

Cinnamon Basil (Ocimum basilicum ‘Cinnamon’) is an aromatic basil variety known for its striking purple stems, glossy green foliage, and compact, upright form. This non-GMO annual adds ornamental color and texture to garden beds, containers, and sunny landscape borders. Purple-tinged flower spikes attract pollinators, making this basil an attractive warm-season addition to herb and pollinator gardens.

Features

• Aromatic basil variety with decorative purple stems
• Non-GMO Ocimum basilicum ‘Cinnamon’
• Compact and upright for containers and borders
• Small white to pink flower spikes attract pollinators
• Glossy foliage adds texture to warm-season gardens
• Easy to grow with strong summer vigor

Specifications

• Common Name: Cinnamon Basil
• Scientific Name: Ocimum basilicum ‘Cinnamon’
• Plant Type: Annual
• USDA Zones: 4–11 (grown as annual)
• Season: Late spring through summer
• Height: 18–30 inches
• Bloom Color: Whitish-pink blooms with purple calyx
• Foliage: Glossy green leaves, purple stems
• Heirloom: Yes
• GMO Status: Non-GMO
• Organic: Not certified organic
• Light Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Preference: Well-drained, fertile garden soil
• Water Needs: Moderate, consistent moisture
• Growth Rate: Fast
• Days to Maturity: 60–75 days
• Heat Tolerance: Very high
• Cold Tolerance: Low; frost sensitive
• Plant Spacing: 10–12 inches
• Seed Longevity: 3–5 years stored properly

Planting Guide 

• Sowing Method: Start indoors or direct sow outdoors after frost.
• Seed Preparation: No stratification or soaking required.
• When to Plant:
• Indoors: 4–6 weeks before last frost
• Outdoors: After nighttime temperatures stay above 55°F
• Sowing Depth: 1/8 inch; press into soil, cover lightly.
• Germination Time: 5–10 days with warmth.
• Light Requirements: Full sun for strongest color and growth.
• Soil Conditions: Use well-draining, rich soil with organic matter.
• Watering: Keep moist during establishment; water moderately thereafter.
• Maintenance:
• Pinch tips to encourage branching
• Remove early flowers if more foliage is desired
• Avoid overwatering in containers