Ocimum kilimandscharicum × basilicum

Common name(s): African blue basil

Description: annual (perennial if wintered indoors); A sterile, hybrid basil with striking veinfed foliage and dark pink flowers. It has a higher camphor content than Italian basil but still makes a tasty pesto. A truly stellar companion plant to bring pollinators into the vegetable garden.

Height: to 2 ft. Spread: to 2 ft.

Position: full sun and moist, well-draining soil

Uses: culinary- pesto, sauces, pizza, pasta, etc.