{"title":"Basil Seeds","description":"\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"html\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e (\u003ci\u003eOcimum\u003c\/i\u003e spp.) This fragrant and flavorful annual herb is native to the tropical regions of central Africa and Southeast Asia. These heat-loving, frost-sensitive plants are typically grown as annuals and thrive in full sun. Try growing basil alongside your tomato plants! Quick and easy-to-grow plants provide beauty and flavor all season long.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"basil-thai-sweet","title":"Basil Seeds, Thai Sweet","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eOcimum basilicum\u003c\/em\u003e). A rich sweet-spicy aroma with a clear licorice note makes this basil a true taste of Thailand. Essential in curries and many classic Thai dishes, it carries its fragrance beautifully through the pot and into the finished meal. Long valued in traditional use beyond the kitchen, it is also a source of calcium and vitamins. A deeply flavorful basil that brings both culinary authenticity and old-world herb charm to the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59510996959518,"sku":"HB166","price":3.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/cld_693c44f6912af_HB166-Basil_Seeds_-_Thai_Sweet_hgvojh.jpg?v=1782393459"},{"product_id":"basil-lemon","title":"Basil Seeds, Lemon","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eOcimum x africanum\u003c\/em\u003e). Brisk lemon fragrance gives this basil a bright, lively character that has made it beloved across the globe. In Laos, where it is known as pak i tao, the leaves flavor soups, stews, and many everyday dishes, while the seeds are also used in dessert preparations. It is a natural fit for Asian cooking, but its versatility carries easily into teas, simple syrups, drinks, and modern fusion recipes. A fragrant kitchen spark with worldwide appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511007576350,"sku":"HB107","price":3.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/basil_lemon.jpg?v=1782393583"},{"product_id":"basil-dark-purple-opal","title":"Basil Seeds, Dark Purple Opal","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eOcimum basilicum\u003c\/em\u003e). Deep violet foliage and rich, sweet flavor make this basil one of the most dramatic and memorable types in the herb garden. It was developed at the University of Connecticut in the 1950s by Prof. Joseph M. Lent and John Scarchuck, who used a purple-splotched Turkish selection to correct inconsistent coloring in earlier purple strains. The result was a vigorous, consistently dark plant that earned a bronze medal in the 1962 All-America Selections. A handsome and historic basil with serious fragrance, flavor, and visual punch.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511022158110,"sku":"HB106","price":3.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/basil-dark-purple-opal-lss-dsc_1683.jpg?v=1782393893"},{"product_id":"basil-siam-queen-thai","title":"Basil Seeds, Siam Queen Thai","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eOcimum basilicum\u003c\/em\u003e). Bold clove fragrance rises from the leaves of this essential Thai basil, making it a natural choice for curries and richly seasoned dishes. This improved selection is especially notable for its large, beautiful flower heads, giving it real presence in the herb garden as well as the kitchen. Strong, tasty, and highly aromatic, it combines ornamental flair with serious culinary value. A grand and useful basil with unmistakable Thai character.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511054041374,"sku":"HB102","price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/cld_693c446fd90b5_HB102-Basil_Seeds_-_Siam_Queen_Thai_fxy9s4.jpg?v=1782394920"},{"product_id":"basil-blue-spice","title":"Basil Seeds, Blue Spice","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eOcimum americanum x basilicum\u003c\/em\u003e). Light purple flowers tucked inside rich purple bracts give this basil a striking look in containers and garden beds. Its fragrance is famously strong, filled with spicy vanilla overtones that make it one of the most aromatic basils around. That perfume translates beautifully into both savory dishes and fruit salads, giving it unusual range in the kitchen. A showy and memorable plant that brings beauty and scent together in a far-out way.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511056892190,"sku":"HB200","price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/cld_693c44e594b83_HB200-Basil_Seeds_-_Blue_Spice_lrgnvo.jpg?v=1782395099"},{"product_id":"basil-persian","title":"Basil Seeds, Persian","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eOcimum basilicum\u003c\/em\u003e). Known as Reyhan throughout southwestern Asia, this basil offers a fresh lemony aroma touched with spice and an old, well-traveled culinary heritage. Its fragrance and flavor fit beautifully into soups, salads, rice dishes, and tea, where its citrus-spice edge comes through clearly. Nutritious and full of character, it brings brightness without overpowering the dish. A distinctive basil with a clear regional identity and everyday versatility.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511059448094,"sku":"HB207","price":3.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/basil-persian-lss-dsc_7679_1.jpg?v=1782394942"},{"product_id":"basil-lettuce-leaf","title":"Basil Seeds, Lettuce Leaf","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eOcimum basilicum\u003c\/em\u003e). Gigantic leaves, often reaching 6 inches long, give this basil its Jurassic reputation and make it unusually useful in the kitchen. The flavor is sweet and pleasant, a little milder than Genovese, which makes it ideal for pesto, wraps, and leafy basil dishes. Productive plants yield heavily while also offering vitamin A and important minerals like calcium, magnesium, and potassium. A big-leaved beauty that delivers both garden abundance and kitchen fun.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511110009118,"sku":"HB108","price":3.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/basil_lettuce_leaf.jpg?v=1782395582"},{"product_id":"basil-mammolo","title":"Basil Seeds, Mammolo","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eOcimum basilicum\u003c\/em\u003e). This classic Italian Genovese-type basil was bred for compact growth, short internodes, and an exceptionally high leaf-to-stem ratio. The result is a dense, bushy plant with large leaves and true Italian basil flavor, without the minty edge some notice in other strains. Respected by large-scale growers in Italy for its uniformity and quality, it is especially useful in pots and market-style production. A sturdy, flavorful basil with old-country credibility and first-rate performance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511118070046,"sku":"HB252","price":3.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/basil_mammolo.jpg?v=1782396052"},{"product_id":"basil-thai-holy-kaprao","title":"Basil Seeds, Thai Holy Kaprao","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eOcimum tenuiflorum\u003c\/em\u003e). This authentic Thai basil, revered in Thailand and still difficult to find outside Asia, offers a bolder and less sweet flavor than Thai Sweet basil. Its slightly hairy leaves carry a piquant character with notes of clove and black pepper, giving real depth to savory dishes. The flavor is intense, unmistakable, and deeply tied to traditional Thai cooking. A distinctive basil for serious cooks who want the true thing, not the watered-down version.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511120625950,"sku":"HB142","price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/basil_seeds_thai_holy_kaprao.jpg?v=1782396017"},{"product_id":"basil-cardinal","title":"Basil Seeds, Cardinal","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eOcimum basilicum\u003c\/em\u003e). This magnificent basil combines dramatic purple flower heads with leaves full of spicy-sweet flavor. The large blooms are excellent for arrangements, adding bold structure and rich color to the cutting garden. In the kitchen, the leaves suit everything from salads and soups to curries and a wide range of Mexican and Asian dishes. A grand, handsome basil that performs beautifully in both vase and skillet.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511142711582,"sku":"HB224","price":3.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/basil_seeds_cardinal.jpg?v=1782396790"},{"product_id":"basil-genovese","title":"Basil Seeds, Genovese","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eOcimum basilicum\u003c\/em\u003e). This legendary basil traces back to Genoa, gateway to the Italian Riviera, and remains the gold standard for pesto and classic Italian cooking. Its fragrant leaves carry the sweet, rich character that has made it indispensable in sauces, pizzas, and countless traditional dishes. Most Genovese basil in Italy is grown in Liguria, with the village of Pra especially famed for producing the finest strains. Ready in about 68 days, it brings true Mediterranean pedigree straight to the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511142908190,"sku":"HB101","price":3.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/cld_693c447448972_HB101-Basil_Seeds_-_Genovese_rmqtaz.jpg?v=1782396868"},{"product_id":"basil-lime","title":"Basil Seeds, Lime","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eOcimum americanum\u003c\/em\u003e). Sharp lime fragrance gives this basil an instantly refreshing character that makes it stand out in both garden and kitchen. Famous in Thai and Southeast Asian cooking, it also works beautifully in tea, simple syrup, drinks, desserts, and all kinds of creative dishes. The aromatic foliage is a magnet for pollinators and even adds a bright burst of scent to floral arrangements. A zesty, versatile basil with plenty of flavor and a whole lot of garden charm.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511144546590,"sku":"HB103","price":3.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/basil_lime.jpg?v=1782396821"},{"product_id":"basil-cinnamon","title":"Basil Seeds, Cinnamon","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eOcimum basilicum\u003c\/em\u003e). A warm cinnamon-and-anise twist gives this basil a flavor that stands apart from the usual sweet types. Believed to have originated in Mexico, it has long been useful in Mexican cooking as well as teas and traditional preparations. Its leaves are at home in fruit salads, desserts, and savory dishes, while the flowers draw in a wide range of pollinators. A fragrant, versatile herb with real flavor charm and a little bit of spice-road magic.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511173415198,"sku":"HB104","price":3.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/basil_cinnamon.jpg?v=1782397782"},{"product_id":"basil-chinese-sweet","title":"Basil Seeds, Chinese Sweet","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eOcimum basilicum\u003c\/em\u003e). A flavorful, citrusy variety that is perhaps the most tender and aromatic basil we’ve tried! This fast growing, heat-tolerant basil provides lemony orange-flavored foliage all summer long. The leaves are smooth, and even the stem is tender enough for raw eating in salad. A popular Chinese variety perfect for Asian dishes and fusion cooking! This delicious herb is hard to find in America.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511718838558,"sku":"HB298","price":3.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/basil_chinese_sweet.jpg?v=1782403862"},{"product_id":"basil-african-nunum","title":"Basil Seeds, African Nunum","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eOcimum gratisimum\u003c\/em\u003e). This large, sumptuous basil from Ghana delivers a rich basil flavor layered with hints of oregano and a gentle spicy kick. Popular in African and Asian cooking, it is especially prized for pesto but also shines in soups, pastas, vinegars, jellies, and more. Long valued in traditional medicine and even clinically evaluated for antibacterial qualities, it offers more than just kitchen talent. Grown for us by Solomon Amuzu, it brings together flavor, vigor, and a strong tie to Ghana’s basil heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511719559454,"sku":"HB285","price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/basil_african_nunum.jpg?v=1782403892"},{"product_id":"basil-akoko-mesa","title":"Basil Seeds, Akoko Mesa","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eOcimum basilicum\u003c\/em\u003e). One of our favorites in the Baker Creek trial gardens! This plant originated in Ghana, West Africa, where it's been used in many dishes and medicinal preparations for hundreds of years. This is one of the most common plants seen in every home of the Ghanaian people because of its numerous uses. 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A little jewel of a basil with rich color and plenty of style.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511759274270,"sku":"HB309","price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/seed-packet-basil-purple-ball-lss-dsc_6402_1.jpg?v=1782404319"},{"product_id":"basil-evivi-ntor","title":"Basil Seeds, Evivi Ntor","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eOcimum basilicum\u003c\/em\u003e). This remarkable heirloom from the Ewe people of Ghana delivers a layered flavor of peppery spice, floral sweetness, pine freshness, and citrus brightness. Traditionally used in soups, stews, sauces, juices, and local drinks, it offers the kind of complexity that invites real culinary play. Its name means “very tasty,” and by all accounts it earns that title. Thanks to revival efforts led by Solomon Amuzu, who received seed from an 86-year-old Ewe woman, this treasured basil continues to live on.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511772709150,"sku":"HB310","price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/basil-evivi-ntor-zs-045_1.jpg?v=1782405004"},{"product_id":"basil-seeds-spice-boys-globe","title":"Basil Seeds, Spice Boys Globe","description":"\u003cp\u003eA neat little globe of a basil, this compact plant stays just 6 to 15 inches tall while packing serious flavor into its tiny deep green leaves. The aroma is spicy-sweet and bold, making it surprisingly powerful in salads, sauces, and pestos. Its tidy shape makes it perfect for pots, pathways, windowsills, and garden edges where space is limited but style still matters. A small-space basil with giant personality and a very groovy look.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511912366366,"sku":"HB372","price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/basil_spice_boys_globe.jpg?v=1782407566"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/collections\/Basil_Siam_Queen_Thai_LSS_DSC_1019_1b81290f-eeb1-4e84-96d9-7cbc526800d7.jpg?v=1783528029","url":"https:\/\/www.rareseeds.sbs\/collections\/basil-seeds.oembed","provider":"RareSeeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}