Distinctive Licorice Flavor
Produces aromatic leaves with a characteristic sweet, anise-like and licorice-inspired flavor that adds a distinctive taste to various recipes.
Licorice Ocimum Basilicum Basil Seeds for Sale
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Licorice Ocimum Basilicum Basil Seeds
Licorice Basil, scientifically known as Ocimum basilicum, is a distinctive aromatic herb prized for its sweet, licorice-like fragrance and anise-inspired flavor. This unique basil variety features attractive green foliage, purple-tinged stems, and delicate purple to pinkish flowers. Its flavorful leaves are popular for preparing herbal teas, salads, sauces, Asian-inspired dishes, and flavorful culinary creations. Licorice Basil is an excellent choice for herb gardens, raised beds, and containers, bringing both ornamental beauty and culinary versatility to home gardens.
Licorice-Flavored Basil Aromatic Herb Culinary Variety Container Friendly
Key Features
Attractive Purple Accents
Features green foliage complemented by purple-tinged stems and delicate purple to pinkish flower spikes, adding ornamental interest to herb gardens.
Fragrant Culinary Leaves
Its aromatic leaves can be harvested fresh or dried for teas, salads, sauces, garnishes, and a variety of home-cooked dishes.
Warm-Season Herb
Thrives in warm growing conditions with adequate sunlight, fertile soil, and consistent moisture, making it suitable for seasonal herb gardens.
Product Highlights
Sweet licorice-like aroma and flavor
Distinctive anise-inspired taste
Green aromatic foliage
Purple-tinged stems and flower spikes
Excellent for herbal tea preparations
Suitable for fresh and dried leaf use
Ideal for herb gardens and containers
Attracts pollinators when flowering
Specifications
| Scientific Name | Ocimum basilicum L. 'Licorice' |
| Common Name | Licorice Basil; Liquorice Basil; Anise Basil |
| Plant Family | Lamiaceae (Mint Family) |
| Seed Type | Aromatic Culinary Herb Seeds |
| Plant Type | Annual Herb |
| Growth Habit | Upright, branching and bushy |
| Foliage Color | Green with purple accents |
| Flower Color | Pale purple to pinkish-purple |
| Flavor | Sweet, aromatic, licorice-like and anise-inspired |
| Plant Height | Approximately 18–30 inches, depending on growing conditions |
| Planting Season | Spring to early summer; suitable warm-season sowing periods |
| Germination Time | Approximately 5–10 days under favorable conditions |
| Germination Temperature | Approximately 70–85°F (21–29°C) |
| Seed Planting Depth | Surface sow or cover lightly, approximately 1/8 inch |
| Days to Maturity | Approximately 60–75 days, depending on growing conditions |
| Sunlight | Full sun; partial afternoon shade can help in hot climates |
| Soil Requirements | Fertile, organically rich, moist and well-drained soil |
| Soil pH | Approximately 6.0–7.5 |
| Watering | Moderate and consistent; avoid waterlogged soil |
| Plant Spacing | Approximately 8–12 inches between plants |
| Growing Location | Outdoor gardens, raised beds, patios and containers |
| Harvesting | Harvest young leaves regularly once plants are established |
Growing Guide
Step 1: Choose the Right Growing Location
Select a sunny location that receives around 6–8 hours of sunlight daily. In particularly hot climates, provide some afternoon shade to protect the foliage from excessive heat and moisture stress.
Select a sunny location that receives around 6–8 hours of sunlight daily. In particularly hot climates, provide some afternoon shade to protect the foliage from excessive heat and moisture stress.
Step 2: Prepare the Soil
Use fertile, well-drained soil enriched with compost or other suitable organic matter. If growing in containers, choose pots with drainage holes to prevent excess water from accumulating around the roots.
Use fertile, well-drained soil enriched with compost or other suitable organic matter. If growing in containers, choose pots with drainage holes to prevent excess water from accumulating around the roots.
Step 3: Sow the Seeds
Sow Licorice Basil seeds on the soil surface or cover them lightly with a thin layer of growing medium. Keep the soil evenly moist and maintain warm conditions to encourage successful germination.
Sow Licorice Basil seeds on the soil surface or cover them lightly with a thin layer of growing medium. Keep the soil evenly moist and maintain warm conditions to encourage successful germination.
Step 4: Provide Water and Sunlight
Once seedlings emerge, provide sufficient sunlight and water whenever the upper soil begins to dry. Avoid excessive watering, as consistently waterlogged soil can affect healthy root development.
Once seedlings emerge, provide sufficient sunlight and water whenever the upper soil begins to dry. Avoid excessive watering, as consistently waterlogged soil can affect healthy root development.
Step 5: Encourage Bushy Growth
When the seedlings develop several sets of true leaves, pinch the growing tips to encourage branching and fuller foliage. Regular harvesting can also encourage fresh leaf production.
When the seedlings develop several sets of true leaves, pinch the growing tips to encourage branching and fuller foliage. Regular harvesting can also encourage fresh leaf production.
Step 6: Harvest the Aromatic Leaves
Harvest established plants by picking healthy leaves and tender growing tips as needed. Use the fresh leaves in teas, salads, sauces, and other recipes, or dry them carefully for later culinary use. Remove flower buds on plants grown primarily for leaf production.
Harvest established plants by picking healthy leaves and tender growing tips as needed. Use the fresh leaves in teas, salads, sauces, and other recipes, or dry them carefully for later culinary use. Remove flower buds on plants grown primarily for leaf production.
Grow the Distinctive Flavor of Licorice Basil
Bring a unique aromatic experience to your home garden with Licorice Ocimum Basilicum Basil. Known for its sweet licorice-like fragrance, anise-inspired flavor, and attractive purple accents, this versatile herb is a wonderful addition to culinary gardens and containers. Grow fresh aromatic leaves for teas, salads, sauces, garnishes, and creative homemade recipes while enjoying the beauty of this distinctive basil variety.
Frequently Asked Questions
Discover helpful answers about Licorice Basil flavor, culinary uses, and growing requirements.
What makes Licorice Basil different from regular sweet basil?
Licorice Basil is distinguished by its sweet, licorice-like aroma and anise-inspired flavor, which differ from the more traditional sweet and clove-like taste of common basil varieties. It also commonly features purple-tinged stems and attractive flower spikes, making it useful for both culinary and ornamental gardening.
How can you use Licorice Basil leaves in cooking and herbal tea?
Fresh Licorice Basil leaves can be used to flavor herbal infusions, salads, sauces, marinades, vegetable dishes, and Asian-inspired recipes. Their distinctive anise-like aroma also makes them an interesting addition to homemade beverages and culinary garnishes. Use the leaves fresh or dry them for convenient storage and later use.
When should Licorice Basil leaves be harvested for the best flavor?
Begin harvesting once the plants are established and have developed several healthy sets of leaves. Pick tender leaves and growing tips regularly, preferably during the morning after the dew has dried. Harvesting before extensive flowering helps maintain leafy growth and provides a regular supply of fresh aromatic leaves.