Spicy Globe Basil (Ocimum Basilicum) Herb Flower Seeds

Spicy Globe Basil (Ocimum basilicum) is a compact, globe-shaped basil variety prized for its dense, aromatic foliage and tidy, ornamental form. This non-GMO type produces small, uniform leaves on rounded mounds, making it ideal for container growing, edging garden beds, and sunny patio planters. With strong warm-season performance and attractive growth habit, Spicy Globe Basil doubles as both an ornamental and culinary garden favorite.

Features

• Naturally compact and globe-shaped
• Non-GMO Ocimum basilicum variety
• Small aromatic leaves with dense branching
• Excellent for containers, edging, and tight spaces
• Thrives in warm climates and full sun
• Easy to grow and harvest throughout the season
• Produces occasional white flowers if allowed to bloom

Specifications

• Common Name: Spicy Globe Basil
• Scientific Name: Ocimum basilicum
• Plant Type: Annual
• USDA Zones: 4–11 (grown as warm-season annual)
• Season: Late spring through summer
• Height: 8–12 inches
• Leaf Type: Small, dense, aromatic foliage
• Bloom Color: White when flowering
• Heirloom: Yes
• GMO Status: Non-GMO
• Organic: Not certified organic
• Light Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Preference: Fertile, well-drained garden soil
• Water Needs: Moderate, consistent moisture
• Growth Rate: Fast
• Days to Maturity: 60–75 days
• Heat Tolerance: High
• Cold Tolerance: Low; frost sensitive
• Plant Spacing: 6–10 inches
• Seed Longevity: 3–5 years when stored cool and dry

Planting Guide 

• Sowing Method: Start indoors or direct sow after frost danger has passed.
• Seed Preparation: No special treatment needed.
• When to Plant:
• Indoors: 4–6 weeks before last frost
• Outdoors: After soil warms in spring
• Sowing Depth: 1/8 inch; cover lightly or press into soil.
• Germination Time: 5–10 days in warmth.
• Light Requirements: Full sun for compact, dense growth.
• Soil Conditions: Well-drained soil enriched with organic matter.
• Watering: Keep moist during germination; water moderately afterward.
• Maintenance:
• Pinch growing tips regularly to encourage round shape
• Remove flower buds to promote continuous leafy growth
• Avoid overwatering in containers