Ocimum basilicum. Originating in the Mediterranean, this dwarf basil variety is a must-have for popular Italian and Green dishes. Perfect for your container garden or your kitchen counter. A popular and easy-to-grow annual that develops into an attractive bushy plant. Aromatic leaves have a spicy, clover-like flavor popular in tomato dishes, soups, stews, spaghetti, fish, poultry, and salads. Not only is it in some of your favorite recipes, but its strong scent can also aid as a pest deterrent. Try intercropping basil varieties throughout your garden to aid in pest prevention!