A delicious basil with a lemony, spicy flavor that can be used in many dishes calling for fresh or dried basil. It’s large leaves can be harvested just before flowering. Persian basil is late to flower and thus offering more time to enjoy the fragrant leaves. Pinching flower buds will also lengthen the harvest time. Makes an outstanding olive oil infusion and its ornamental habit makes it a favorite for the mixed garden or herb bed. 2015 All America Selections winner.