Cinnamon Basil Seeds
Cinnamon Basil Seeds
Embark on a flavorful journey with cinnamon basil seeds! Perfect for Egyptian gardens, these seeds promise a delightful twist to your culinary adventures. With distinctive violet stems, veining, and lavender blooms, this basil variety boasts beauty and taste. Its 2" long leaves add a charming touch to your recipes, infusing a hint of cinnamon-like aroma. Easily grown in Egypt's climate, sow these seeds and elevate your dishes with the enticing flavor of cinnamon basil!
- Calories: Around 15 kcal
- Fat: Roughly 1 gram
- Carbohydrates: About 3 grams
- Dietary Fiber: Approximately 2 grams
- Timing: Plant cinnamon basil seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost or directly outdoors after the last frost in your region.
- Soil: Use well-draining soil enriched with compost and organic matter.
- Planting: Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep in the soil, and cover them lightly with soil. Space seeds or seedlings about 6-12 inches apart.
- Sunlight: Cinnamon basil thrives in full sun. Ensure it receives at least 6-8 hours of sunlight daily.
- Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water when the top inch of soil feels dry.
- Temperature: This basil variety prefers warm temperatures. Plant after the risk of frost has passed.
- Thinning: Once seedlings sprout, thin them to ensure proper airflow and healthy growth.
- Harvesting: Start harvesting when the plant is about 6-8 inches tall. Regularly prune the leaves to encourage bushy growth and continuous harvest.