Basil 'Lemon' (Ocimum basilicum 'Lemon') is a fragrant variety of sweet basil celebrated for its bright green leaves and intense lemon-citrus aroma and taste. This tender annual herb grows to a compact size of 12–24 inches (30–60 cm) tall, forming a bushy, upright plant with glossy foliage. If not regularly pinched, it produces small clusters of white or pale lavender flowers in summer, though pinching encourages denser leaf growth.

It thrives in USDA hardiness zones 9–11, where it can act as a short-lived perennial, but is typically cultivated as an annual in zones 2–11. Lemon basil prefers full sun, warm weather, and well-drained, fertile soil. Its zesty flavor enhances fish, chicken, seafood, salads, fruit dishes, herbal teas, desserts, sorbets, and cocktails, while also starring in infused vinegars, pestos, and compound butters for a refreshing twist on classic basil applications.

Mature Height: 2ft
Mature Width: 2ft
Light: Full Sun
Water: Moderate

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