Cinnamon Basil

Cinnamon Basil
Botanical Name: Ocimum basilicum 'Cinnamon'

Cinnamon Basil is a distinctive and aromatic basil variety prized for its sweet, spicy flavor with warm notes of cinnamon. Native to Mexico, it features narrow, dark green leaves, reddish stems, and lavender-pink flower spikes that make it as ornamental as it is flavorful. The cinnamon scent and flavor come from high concentrations of cinnamate, a natural compound also found in cinnamon bark. It's excellent in teas, fruit salads, baked goods, and savory dishes with a twist.

🌟 Why Grow Cinnamon Basil?
✔️ Unique Sweet-Spicy Flavor – Great for both sweet and savory recipes
✔️ Fragrant & Ornamental – Reddish stems and purple blooms add beauty to gardens
✔️ Pollinator Friendly – Flowers attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects
✔️ Easy to Grow – Thrives in warm, sunny conditions