Spicy Globe is a dwarf Greek bush basil forming a naturally compact, rounded mound of tiny leaves without any pruning. Belonging to the small-leaved bush basil type, it grows into a tidy globe-shaped plant that is ideal for containers, edging, windowsills, and ornamental herb borders. Spicy Globe has small, intensely flavored leaves with a slightly spicier, more pungent taste than large-leaved sweet basils, and they can be used whole without chopping. It is an open-pollinated variety that stays neat and mounded throughout the season. Its combination of ornamental form, compact size, and concentrated flavor makes it a popular choice for small-space gardening and decorative plantings.
Flavor Profile
Concentrated, slightly spicy basil flavor in tiny leaves usable whole.
Visual Characteristics
Naturally compact rounded mound of tiny green leaves reaching 8-12 inches tall.
Growing Tips
Forms a tidy globe without pruning, perfect for containers and edging; keep in full sun and pinch any flowers.
Resistance Information
Disease Resistance
Susceptible to fusarium wilt
Where to Buy
Sourcing information coming soon. Check local nurseries and seed banks for availability.