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Spicy Globe Basil
HerbOcimum basilicum 'Spicy Globe'
- Partial sun
- Zone 10
- 60 days to maturity
- Herbs
- 6" spacing
- pH 6–7
Overview
A charming miniature basil that forms perfect little mounds of tiny, intensely flavored leaves - ideal for container gardens and small spaces. Despite its diminutive size, this variety packs a powerful basil punch and naturally stays compact without constant pruning. The globe shape and small leaves make it as ornamental as it is useful, perfect for edging herb gardens or windowsill growing.
Planting
Start indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost or direct sow after soil reaches 65°F. Excellent for successive plantings every 2-3 weeks.
Growing
Sun: partial. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 6" apart. Germination: 5-10.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Aphids, spider mites, whiteflies. Common diseases: Fusarium wilt, bacterial leaf spot in very humid conditions.