Basil Oriental Magic

Basil Oriental Magic Seeds: Flavor with Maroon Accents

Discover the captivating Basil Oriental Magic (*Ocimum basilicum*), a truly delightful variety prized for its superlative aroma and flavor.

This unique basil offers a striking visual appeal with its distinctive maroon bracts and stems, beautifully contrasting with its vibrant green leaves. Imagine the aromatic richness and the intriguing visual texture it will bring to your garden.

Whether you’re seeking valuable, flavorful leaves for your culinary creations or wish to sprinkle the colorful bracts onto zesty salads for an extra touch of beauty and aroma, Oriental Magic is a fantastic choice.

This impressive basil grows to a height of approximately 30 inches, making it a noticeable and fragrant addition to your herb garden. For optimal germination, plant the seeds when the soil temperature is between 70-80 degrees Fahrenheit.

Key Features of Basil Oriental Magic

• Superlative Aroma & Flavor: Known for its exceptional fragrance and taste.
• Maroon Bracts & Stems: Offers a unique and attractive visual contrast with its green leaves.
• Versatile Culinary Use: Use the flavorful leaves in various dishes and the bracts in salads.
• Impressive Height: Grows to approximately 30 inches, making it a substantial plant.
• Aromatic Foliage: Fills your garden with its delightful fragrance.

Growing Your Basil Oriental Magic

Sow your Basil Oriental Magic seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before the last expected frost or directly outdoors once the soil has warmed and all danger of frost has passed. Choose a sunny location with well-drained soil. Sow seeds shallowly, about 1/4 inch deep, and gently cover.

Maintain a soil temperature between 70-80 degrees Fahrenheit for optimal germination, which typically occurs within 7-14 days. Keep the soil consistently moist. When transplanting seedlings or thinning direct-sown plants, space them about 12-18 inches apart to allow for their full growth and the development of their striking maroon accents.

Water regularly, especially during warm weather, and harvest leaves and bracts as needed to enjoy their exceptional aroma and flavor in your culinary creations.