Lemon Basil

Ocimum X Citriodorum

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Overview

Lemon Basil (Ocimum x citriodorum) is a fragrant culinary herb featuring narrow leaves and a zesty lemon scent. This hybrid reaches up to 18-24 inches tall and spreads 12-16 inches wide. Thriving in full sun with well-drained soil, it produces small white flowers in summer. Ideal for borders and aromatic gardens, it requires regular watering and occasional fertilization. Perfect for adding a citrus flavor to dishes and a refreshing aroma to landscapes.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 2–11

Lemon Basil (Ocimum X Citriodorum) — Lemon Basil (Ocimum x citriodorum) is a fragrant culinary herb featuring narrow leaves and a zesty lemon scent

Lemon Basil (Ocimum X Citriodorum) — Perfect for adding a citrus flavor to dishes and a refreshing aroma to landscapes

Lemon Basil (Ocimum X Citriodorum) — This hybrid reaches up to 18-24 inches tall and spreads 12-16 inches wide

Lemon Basil (Ocimum X Citriodorum) — ovate leaves that spread out on stems reaching up to 18-24 inches in height

Lemon Basil (Ocimum X Citriodorum) — providing not only a sensory pleasure but also a striking visual contrast when planted among darker foliage

Lemon Basil (Ocimum X Citriodorum) — Ideal for borders and aromatic gardens, it requires regular watering and occasional fertilization

Lemon Basil (Ocimum X Citriodorum) — This hybrid basil variety is characterized by its light green

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 2–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Lamiaceae

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Lemon Basil (Ocimum X Citriodorum) — Lemon Basil (Ocimum x citriodorum) is a fragrant culinary herb featuring narrow leaves and a zesty lemon scent

Lemon Basil (Ocimum X Citriodorum) — Perfect for adding a citrus flavor to dishes and a refreshing aroma to landscapes

Lemon Basil (Ocimum X Citriodorum) — This hybrid reaches up to 18-24 inches tall and spreads 12-16 inches wide

Lemon Basil (Ocimum X Citriodorum) — ovate leaves that spread out on stems reaching up to 18-24 inches in height

Lemon Basil (Ocimum X Citriodorum) — providing not only a sensory pleasure but also a striking visual contrast when planted among darker foliage

Lemon Basil (Ocimum X Citriodorum) — Ideal for borders and aromatic gardens, it requires regular watering and occasional fertilization

Lemon Basil (Ocimum X Citriodorum) — This hybrid basil variety is characterized by its light green

Lemon Basil (Ocimum X Citriodorum) — Thriving in full sun with well-drained soil, it produces small white flowers in summer

Lemon Basil (Ocimum X Citriodorum) — which makes it suitable for both garden beds and container planting.<br><br>Flowering in late summer

Lemon Basil (Ocimum X Citriodorum) — which can be pinched back to encourage a fuller leaf production and extend the harvest period

Lemon Basil (Ocimum X Citriodorum) — Lemon Basil produces small white to pale pink flowers on spikes

Lemon Basil (Ocimum X Citriodorum) — Its growth habit is relatively compact and bushy

Lemon Basil (Ocimum X Citriodorum) — with a spread of approximately 10-12 inches

Lemon Basil (Ocimum X Citriodorum) — Gardeners can plant this annual herb in USDA Zones 4 through 10

Lemon Basil (Ocimum X Citriodorum) — enhancing the ecological balance of the garden

Lemon Basil (Ocimum X Citriodorum) — but it's sensitive to frost

Lemon Basil (Ocimum X Citriodorum) — It prefers full sun exposure and requires well-drained soil to thrive

Lemon Basil (Ocimum X Citriodorum) — Regular watering is essential, but be careful to avoid waterlogged conditions

Lemon Basil (Ocimum X Citriodorum) — Lemon Basil (Ocimum x citriodorum) is a fragrant culinary herb featuring narrow leaves and a zesty lemon scent; ideal for

Lemon Basil (Ocimum X Citriodorum) — red flowers in the garden

Lemon Basil (Ocimum X Citriodorum) — herb with red blooms

Lemon Basil (Ocimum X Citriodorum) — herb for full

Lemon Basil (Ocimum X Citriodorum) — This hybrid reaches up to 18-24 inches tall and spreads 12-16 inches wide; which makes it suitable for both garden beds

Lemon Basil (Ocimum X Citriodorum) — ovate leaves that spread out on stems reaching up to 18-24 inches in height; ideal for borders and aromatic gardens, it

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