🌿38 Types of Basil to Grow in Your Herb Garden, Part 1

It's easy & rewarding to grow these fragrant and delicious basil treasures from around the world, in a huge variety of colors, scents, & flavors! And Part 2 with 45 additional basils is coming soon!

Note: This post was originally posted on Shovel and Crunch on November 13, 2024. I’m reposting it now with updates in anticipation of the soon-to-be-released Part 2, with 45 additional varieties of basil! Please stay tuned!

🌱Here are 38 types of basil that I’ve grown and adored in my herb garden, and I’m including all of them to help you choose which ones to grow. There are types from all over the world, in a stunning array of colors, scents, and flavors. I’ve had 18 smell and taste testers to give their scent and flavor input, and I’ve added photos of them all from my garden for you to see.

Plus, I’ve just updated the post to add the sources where I’ve bought the seeds. I’m so happy to share this basil joy with you. It really is such an incredible herb for cooking, drinks, and ornamental value. I hope you enjoy these amazing herbs!

👉 Explore the full basil guide at Shovel and Crunch

Whether you’re growing your first herb plant, tending a big backyard garden, or just looking for delicious plant-based inspiration, you’re always welcome here. 🌸

I’m so grateful to have you here with me. Please check out my heirloom gardening and vegan cooking blog Shovel and Crunch, and follow my social media pages. And sharing with others is most welcome. Thanks!❤️

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🌱Shell at Shovel and Crunch