Cinnamon Basil Seeds Vilmorin - Unique Spiced Flavour

Cinnamon Basil Seed Packet Vilmorin (Reference: 5872246) - Discover this exceptional basil variety, which will surprise your taste buds with leaves that carry a subtle cinnamon flavour. Vilmorin, a seed expert since 1743, brings you this original aromatic plant, which will turn your everyday dishes into refined culinary creations.

A unique flavour to elevate your dishes

Cinnamon Basil stands out for its extraordinary scent, which marries the freshness of traditional basil with the warm, spicy notes of cinnamon. This variety is perfect for creative cooks and amateur gardeners who want to explore new flavours. Professional chefs also value it for the originality it brings to fine cooking.

This aromatic plant excels in many preparations: it elevates mixed salads, brings an exotic note to grilled meats, enriches Mediterranean sauces and turns a simple olive oil into an outstanding condiment. Its culinary versatility makes it a valuable ally for everyday cooking as much as for special occasions.

Botanical features and characteristics

Cinnamon Basil belongs to the Lamiaceae family and has tender, fragrant leaves of an intense green. This variety develops vigorous growth and produces leaves broader than those of common basil, concentrating more aroma. The plant generally reaches 30 to 40 cm in height and spreads over about 25 cm.

This herb seed adapts remarkably well to different ways of growing. It thrives just as happily in open ground in a garden as in a pot on a balcony or terrace. Its natural resistance to moderate weather variations and its ease of care make it an ideal plant for beginners and experienced gardeners alike.

Vilmorin seed guarantees an optimal germination rate thanks to the rigorous quality controls applied during production. Every packet contains seed selected for its varietal purity and its germinating vigour.

Sowing, growing and harvesting

Sowing Cinnamon Basil is done from March to May, indoors first, then outdoors after the last frosts. Sow the seeds in a good-quality compost, 5 mm deep, holding a temperature of 18-20°C. Germination usually takes 10 to 15 days with regular but moderate watering.

This aromatic plant likes a sunny position (at least 6 hours of sun a day) and a well-drained soil, rich in organic matter. In a pot, use a general-purpose compost mixed with garden compost. Watering should be regular without excess, as basil dislikes standing moisture.

Picking starts 6 to 8 weeks after sowing. Take the leaves as you need them, preferably in the morning once the dew has evaporated. Pinch out the emerging flowers regularly to keep tender, fragrant leaves coming.

Expert advice and beneficial pairings

To get the best flavour from your Cinnamon Basil, pick the leaves in the late morning, when the essential oils are at their most concentrated. Avoid washing the leaves before use; simply wipe them gently. To preserve their aroma, shred them at the last moment and add them at the end of cooking.

This variety pairs perfectly with other aromatic plants in your garden. Combine it with traditional basil, chives, parsley or mint to create original blends. In the ground, it benefits from the company of tomatoes, which it naturally protects from certain pests.

To extend the season, bring your pots indoors as soon as the first cold arrives and place them near a bright window. That way you can enjoy this unique flavour even in winter. Round out your collection with our other basil varieties, our organic fertilisers and our garden tools for a successful herb garden.

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