Lemon Basil – Ocimum basilicum citriodora

Lemon Basil – Ocimum basilicum citriodora or Ocimum X africanum. Type: Annual. Zones: 9-11. Height: 12 – 18 inches. Spacing: 12 – 18 inches apart. Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade. Blooms white flowers in summer. Additional Uses: Leaves can be used fresh or dried in tomato dishes, pasta dishes, vegetables, chicken dishes, and soups. A companion plant that repels aphids, mites, and tomato hornworms. Lemon Basil – Ocimum basilicum citriodora will come in a 4-inch container and will be fully rooted.