Magic Michael Basil
Scientific Name: Ocimum basilicum 'Magic Michael'
Plant type
perennial, herb, annual / biennial
size
- H: 12"-18"
- W: 12"-18"
planting zones
- 10a-12
Magic Michael Basil plant details
Magic Michael Basil is a broadleaf deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen annual / biennial or perennial herb with green foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Magic Michael Basil
- Plant type: annual / biennial or perennial herb
- Plant family: lamiaceae
- Foliage: deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
- Flowers: purple blooms in summer
- Uses: container plant, culinary, edible, fragrant foliage, long-blooming
GROWING CONDITIONS for Magic Michael Basil
- USDA Zones: 10a - 12
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and humidity
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Gardening facts about Magic Michael Basil plant
How to Grow Magic Michael Basil
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- purple
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
- deciduous
- semi-evergreen
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 12"-24"
- sun - mostly sun
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Zones
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