Baker Creek African Nunum Basil

Basil Seeds - African Nunum

Description: Experience the wonderful flavor of African Nunum Basil, perfect for making the best pesto! This gigantic and sumptuous basil is popular in African and Asian cuisines, offering a rich basil taste with hints of oregano and a touch of spiciness. Ideal for salads, soups, pastas, vinegars, jellies, and pestos, it is also valued for its health benefits and antibacterial properties. Our premium strain originates from Ghana, courtesy of grower Solomon Amuzu.

Growing Information:

• Sprouting Time: 6-10 Days
• Ideal Temperature: 70-85°F
• Seed Depth: 1/4"
• Plant Spacing: 14"
• Frost Hardy: No
• Botanical Name: Ocimum gratisimum

Growing Tips: Thrives in heat and can be sown in place in long-summer areas or started indoors and set out after the last frost date in spring. Remove flower buds promptly to prolong the harvest.

Add this exquisite basil variety to your garden and culinary creations today!