Basil Marseille

This French variety is the unquestioned queen of fragrance. A dwarf plant, Marseille apparently concentrates all its energy on producing big, showy, wonderfully scented foliage. The leaves are larger than most other varieties, and the plant is nicely branched, so you get a big harvest in very little space. Expect Marseille to reach 10 inches high and about 8 inches wide at maturity, bursting with delectable spice in every inch! Marseille is a fine variety for growing in containers. You can grab a few leaves in passing and get a delectable head start on dinner. Marseille performs best in a sunny location, perfect for a kitchen windowsill.