Basil, Wild (Clinopodium vulgare) Plant

The distinctly-shaped and aromatic leaves of the basil plant surely need no introduction, but gardeners may be pleasantly surprised at their flowers, which bloom in whorls of royal purple and pink. As a plant beloved by pollinators and with plenty of uses outside of the garden, this wildflower has something to offer for just about anyone!

• Type: Perennial
• Height: 30-60cm.
• Flowers: July-September
• Best Sown: Autumn
• Soil Requirement: Well-drained, calcareous
• Light Requirement: Full Sunlight
• Natural Habitat: Dry meadows, forests, hedgerows
• Also known as: Cushion Calamint
• Seeds per gram: 2500