Ocimum Species, Pepper Basil

Ocimumcarnosum

Family
Lamiaceae (lay-mee-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Ocimum (OSS-ih-mum)
Species
carnosum (kar-NO-sum)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage
Grown for foliage
Shiny/Glossy
Height
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Hardiness
Bloom Color
Maroon/Burgundy
Bloom Time
Late Spring/Early Summer
Mid Summer
Late Summer/Early Fall
Other Details
Category
Herbs
Perennials
Water Requirements
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
From herbaceous stem cuttings
From seed; stratify if sowing indoors
Seed Collecting
Collect seedhead/pod when flowers fade; allow to dry
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Venice, Florida

Radford, Virginia

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Gardener's Notes:

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neutral
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negative
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Radford, VA (Zone 7a) | September 2009 | positive

Pretty plant when it's happy. Prefers a moist, partly shaded location. Blooms continuously.
Appears to self pollinate. Refrig...Read More

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