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Bonsai Basil is bred specifically for containers and kitchen‑counter growing, producing dense, small leaves that do not need chopping and giving frequent harvests from a very compact plant
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Ocimum basilicum Basil Bonsai
Ocimum basilicum Basil Bonsai is a charming, compact annual herb, valued for its miniature leaves and naturally neat, spherical growth habit. Growing to only 6 to 12 inches tall with a similar spread, this variety is perfect for windowsills, tabletop planters, and garden edging where a decorative, manicured look is desired without constant pruning. Unlike large-leaf Genovese types, Bonsai Basil forms a dense, bushy globe of tiny aromatic leaves, offering intense flavor in a package that looks as good as it tastes.
Culinary and Practical Uses
The tiny, uniform leaves require no chopping and are perfect for sprinkling whole over caprese salads, pizzas, and pasta dishes for a burst of concentrated basil flavor.
Excellent for making fine-textured pestos or infusing into vinegars and oils, where the potent essential oils shine.
Ideally suited for container gardening and edible landscaping, doubling as an ornamental plant that adds structure and fragrance to patios and balconies.
Characteristics
Foliage: Miniature, bright green, oval leaves that are roughly the size of a fingernail; highly aromatic with a spicy, clove-anise undertone.
Growth Habit: Naturally forms a tight, mounded, globe-like shape that resembles a small bonsai tree; requires little to no shaping to maintain its form.
Flowers: Produces small spikes of tiny white or pale purple flowers in late summer, which should be pinched off to maintain the sweet flavor of the leaves.
Seeds: Tiny, black, tear-shaped seeds harvested from dried flower spikes; easy to save for next season, though the plant is best started fresh each year.
Growing Requirements
Sun: Thrives in full sun; requires at least 6 to 8 hours of direct light to maintain its tight, compact shape and maximize essential oil production.
Soil: Prefers rich, fertile, well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5; warm soil is essential for germination and vigorous growth.
Water: Requires consistent, moderate watering; keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged, and try to water at the base to prevent fungal issues in the dense foliage.
Spacing: Plant seeds or transplants 8 to 10 inches apart; their compact nature allows for tighter spacing than standard basil varieties.
Maintenance: Harvest sprigs or individual leaves regularly; pinch off any flower buds immediately to prevent the stems from becoming woody and the leaves bitter.
Shipping Info
Basil Bonsai seeds ship as fresh, high-quality, viable seeds that are carefully packaged for stability and protection from damage during transit. Prompt shipping supports reliable germination and seasonally appropriate planting.
I am so very impressed with this company! I had bought one of the mini banana trees first, which started dying right after I got it. After contacting the company, they agreed to give me a credit, with which I bought these two honeysuckle plants. Please excuse the weeds & bad fencing. Hopefully these little plants will grow up & cover the fence. I will be working on weeding and continuing to build a flower bed at the base of the fence. Thank you Blossomdale! I look forward to buying more plants in the future.
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Thank you so much for your kind words and continued support, Victoria! We're glad we could help you find a solution and that you're happy with your honeysuckle plants. We hope they grow beautifully and eventually cover your fence. We look forward to helping you grow your garden! 😊
Plant looks healthy and is putting out new growth plus aerial roots as well. I’m excited to get it climbing and really growing!
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Thank you for your feedback, Sara! We're happy to hear your Pothos is healthy and already producing new growth and aerial roots. We hope you enjoy watching it climb and thrive! 😊
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Thank you for your review, Linda! We hope you enjoy watching your Alocasia Stingray grow and flourish. We appreciate your support! 😊
Plant was well packaged. PLant was lush, green, and watered before shipping ready to hang. Love it 💚💚💚
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your wonderful review, Fleurette! We're delighted your fern arrived lush, green, and ready to hang. We appreciate your support and hope you enjoy your new plant! :)
My banana plant arrived perfectly protected and ready to plant. Thank you Blossomdale for taking great care of my baby banana plant!!
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Thank you for your kind words, Suzanne! We're so glad your banana plant arrived safely and was well-protected. We appreciate your trust in Blossomdale! 😊
The fig trees arrived today in small pots very well packed. I removed them and watered them. I will let them "rest" for 4 to 5 days before I repot them and prepare them for winter, inside. Very pleased with these trees. After getting other sellers rotten packing jobs this was a real treat. I may buy more in the spring of 2027.
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Thank you for your kind review, Donald! We're delighted your fig trees arrived well-packed and in good condition. We appreciate your support and hope they thrive through the winter! :)
Packed so well! I was surprised how many flowers my orange ones had! Will definitely buy from them again! My original ordered flowers were out of stock and I received an email about replacements. I love them!
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your wonderful review, Diana! We're glad you loved the flowers and appreciated the communication about your replacement options. We look forward to serving you again! :)
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your kind review, Rosetta! We're delighted to hear your plant arrived healthy and beautiful. We appreciate your support! :)
Healthy and beautiful! A little smaller than I expected.
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your feedback, Rosetta! We're glad to hear your plant arrived healthy and beautiful. We appreciate your feedback about the size and hope your plant grows and flourishes! 😊
I was very impressed with how well my 18 little lantanas were packed. All looked healthy and I planted them yesterday. It was a little difficult unpacking them but that’s the price I paid for having you pack them so well. I was a little worried when I saw UPS coming to the door with the box slung over the driver’s shoulder despite the fact that the box was marked with an ⬆️ and it said live plants. But all is well. Now if I can just keep them alive.
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Thank you for your review, Beth! We're glad your plant arrived quickly and is doing much better. We appreciate you choosing Blossomdale! 😊
Lovely little guy-- impossible to find coral honeysuckle at my local nursery for whatever reason. I really appreciate that the Blossomdale staff kept it and nurtured it a little longer so it would be more robust for the trip. Can't wait to put it in the ground and watch it thrive :-) Will order from them again.
It was my very first plant I order online so I wasn’t sure what to expect but when it got here and in one piece and as long as it is I was shocked but very HAPPY.
It's doing really well. I will be transferring it to a bigger pot probably by the weekend. I wish I had a little more instructions on how to care for this variety, and what to do in the fall.
Package came delivered just like it said it would I pulled it out it looked good. I put it in some water for about a half hour and put it in my 30 gallon tub and I got three things to go with it.
Very healthy cutting. Followed the instructions and let it get acclimated to its new surroundings for a couple of weeks before repotting. Would not hesitate to purchase from this business again 😃
Plants arrived in great condition. This plant has only been in the ground about 10 days and is growing a lot. The plant cage is 12” tall so it’s doing well. I put guards around my new plants for a little while because I have bunnies who love tender young leaves.
I got 2 mystery plants (one indoor and one outdoor). The indoor was a pilea and the outdoor plant was a white blackberry. White blackberry was dramatic, but it’s making a comeback and the pilea is doing great!
Need to upgrade your packaging. I would suggest taping the plant in place in the cardboard tube on the count that it slid and smashed itself. Luckily, it's a strong plant and should recover. Hoping.for the best.
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Ocimum basilicum Basil Bonsai
Ocimum basilicum Basil Bonsai is a charming, compact annual herb, valued for its miniature leaves and naturally neat, spherical growth habit. Growing to only 6 to 12 inches tall with a similar spread, this variety is perfect for windowsills, tabletop planters, and garden edging where a decorative, manicured look is desired without constant pruning. Unlike large-leaf Genovese types, Bonsai Basil forms a dense, bushy globe of tiny aromatic leaves, offering intense flavor in a package that looks as good as it tastes.
Culinary and Practical Uses
The tiny, uniform leaves require no chopping and are perfect for sprinkling whole over caprese salads, pizzas, and pasta dishes for a burst of concentrated basil flavor.
Excellent for making fine-textured pestos or infusing into vinegars and oils, where the potent essential oils shine.
Ideally suited for container gardening and edible landscaping, doubling as an ornamental plant that adds structure and fragrance to patios and balconies.
Characteristics
Foliage: Miniature, bright green, oval leaves that are roughly the size of a fingernail; highly aromatic with a spicy, clove-anise undertone.
Growth Habit: Naturally forms a tight, mounded, globe-like shape that resembles a small bonsai tree; requires little to no shaping to maintain its form.
Flowers: Produces small spikes of tiny white or pale purple flowers in late summer, which should be pinched off to maintain the sweet flavor of the leaves.
Seeds: Tiny, black, tear-shaped seeds harvested from dried flower spikes; easy to save for next season, though the plant is best started fresh each year.
Growing Requirements
Sun: Thrives in full sun; requires at least 6 to 8 hours of direct light to maintain its tight, compact shape and maximize essential oil production.
Soil: Prefers rich, fertile, well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5; warm soil is essential for germination and vigorous growth.
Water: Requires consistent, moderate watering; keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged, and try to water at the base to prevent fungal issues in the dense foliage.
Spacing: Plant seeds or transplants 8 to 10 inches apart; their compact nature allows for tighter spacing than standard basil varieties.
Maintenance: Harvest sprigs or individual leaves regularly; pinch off any flower buds immediately to prevent the stems from becoming woody and the leaves bitter.
Shipping Info
Basil Bonsai seeds ship as fresh, high-quality, viable seeds that are carefully packaged for stability and protection from damage during transit. Prompt shipping supports reliable germination and seasonally appropriate planting.
