Wild Basil (Clinopodium vulgare) is a small upland forest plant. It is drought tolerant and will grow in both full sun and shade, making it versatile in a garden setting. It grows a spherical cluster of magenta flowers, of which only a few bloom at any time. It can propagate through rhizomes and will form small colonies. This plant should not be confused with culinary basil (Ocimum basilicum).
Clinopodium vulgare
Wild Basil
$6.00
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| Provenance | Durham region |
| Harvest | seed production beds |
| Seeds per packet | 100 |
| Light | Full sun, part shade |
| Moisture | Medium to dry |
| Height | 25 cm |
| Flowering | July to August |
| Germination code | A |
| Other common names | Cushion calamint, Dogmint, Field basil, Wild basil savory |