“Rue can stunt basil’s growth due to allelopathic effects, [which are] plant chemicals that inhibit the growth of nearby ...

Basil’s unique, intoxicating flavor might be described as spicy-sweet floral with undertones of pepper and mint and, according to some palates, mild anise with hints of clove.

There's large leaf basil, curly leaf basil, frilly basil, and purple basil. Then there are basil varieties that feature other flavors, such as lemon basil, cinnamon basil, clove basil, and lime basil.

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Nichols sells 10 varieties of basil, including Mexican cinnamon spice, Siam or Thai basil, which has green leaves and purple flowers and stems, and clove basil. Shepherd’s Garden Seeds in ...

Even though basil doesn’t play a key role, it’s hard to imagine Sam Sifton’s savory French toast without it. Bryan Gardner for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Barrett Washburne.