Basil Holy Chocolate Bubblegum

Basil Holy Chocolate Bubblegum Seeds

Discover the intriguing aroma of Basil Holy Chocolate Bubblegum (*Ocimum spp.*), a unique variety offering a captivating spicy fragrance with subtle undertones of rich coffee and sweet chocolate.

This USDA Certified Organic basil forms compact yet very full and attractive plants, making it a wonderful addition to any herb garden or container collection. Enjoy its mild spicy flavor with hints of sweetness in your teas, culinary creations, and traditional medicinal applications.

Faster growing than green holy basil, its lovely purple flowers also attract beneficial insects and add ornamental value. This variety exhibits very good resistance to downy mildew, ensuring a healthy and productive plant. Also known as “Spice Basil,” this delightful herb reaches a height of 12-18 inches.

Key Features of Holy Chocolate Bubblegum Basil

• Unique Aroma: Spicy fragrance with intriguing hints of coffee and chocolate.
• Compact & Full Plants: Forms attractive and well-shaped plants.
• Mild Spicy Sweet Flavor: Delicious for teas and culinary use.
• Purple Flowers: Adds ornamental value and attracts beneficial insects.
• Good Downy Mildew Resistance: Offers improved plant health.
• Faster Growing: Matures more quickly than green holy basil.
• USDA Certified Organic: Grown following organic practices.
• Packet Size: 50 seeds.

Growing Your Holy Chocolate Bubblegum Basil

For best germination (5-10 days), sow seeds at 70-80°F (20-22°C). Direct sow (recommended): Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep, 2-3 seeds per inch, in rows 18 inches apart. Firm soil gently.

Thinning to 4-8 inches apart encourages full plants. Note: Holy Basil needs some light for germination, so sow more shallowly. Transplant: Sow indoors 6 weeks before setting out, 1/4 inch deep at 70°F (21°C). Transplant outdoors after 3-4 sets of leaves appear, spacing 4-8 inches in rows 18 inches apart.

Choose a sunny location with moderately rich, moist soil. Consistent watering is crucial as basil is not drought tolerant and can suffer from heat stress. Space plants 4-8 inches apart.

Begin light harvesting once plants are established, ideally in the cooler morning. For a full harvest, cut the entire plant 4-6 inches above the ground before flowering to promote a second growth.

Handle leaves gently when harvesting. Do not store below 50°F (10°C).