Basil Greek
Greek Basil (Ocimum basilicum var. minimum)
A compact, upright basil with tiny leaves and a fresh, spicy‑sweet aroma — perfect for salads, garnishes, and Mediterranean cooking
🌿 Greek Basil is a beautifully compact basil with very small, fine leaves and a naturally upright, tidy growth habit. It forms dense, elegant mounds of bright green foliage and is one of the most decorative basils for pots, patios, and sunny windowsills.
The flavour is fresh, spicy‑sweet, and lightly peppery, with a brightness that makes it ideal for garnishes and fresh summer dishes. Its leaves are much smaller than those of Bush Basil, and the aroma is cleaner and more delicate — without the basil‑clove scent found in many other varieties.
Greek Basil is a favourite in Mediterranean cooking and is especially valued for its neat form, intense aroma, and ability to thrive in warm, sunny conditions.
🌿 Leaves
The tiny leaves have a fresh, spicy‑sweet basil flavour with a clean herbal lift.
• Perfect for salads, caprese, and fresh summer dishes
• Lovely as a garnish — no chopping needed
• Excellent in dressings, herb mixes, and marinades
• Delicious with tomatoes, mozzarella, grilled vegetables, and pasta
• Ideal for Mediterranean and Greek‑inspired dishes
• Great for finishing dishes where a delicate basil note is preferred
Leaf flavour: fresh, spicy‑sweet, clean, herbal
🌼 Flowers
The small white flowers are edible and lightly aromatic.
• Use as a garnish for salads and summer plates
• Attractive to bees and pollinators 🐝
Flower flavour: mild, sweet‑herbal
