Everleaf Emerald Towers Basil (Ocimum basilicum) is a unique columnar basil variety with tall, narrow growth and dense glossy foliage. Its upright form adds vertical structure to patio containers, mixed borders, and ornamental herb displays. Unlike sprawling basil types, Emerald Towers grows straight up, retains a tidy appearance, and produces small summer blooms that attract bees and other helpful pollinators.
Features
• Tall, upright columnar habit for vertical garden accents
• Dense glossy green leaves form layered foliage
• Perfect for containers, narrow beds, and decorative herb gardens
• Small summer flowers attract bees and beneficial pollinators
• Maintains a clean, tidy form without heavy pruning
• Non-GMO Ocimum basilicum variety
Specifications
• Common Name: Everleaf Emerald Towers Basil
• Scientific Name: Ocimum basilicum
• Plant Type: Annual leafy herb
• USDA Zones: 4–11 (grown as annual)
• Growth Form: Upright, columnar, dense foliage
• Height: 24–36 inches
• Spread: 8–12 inches
• Leaf Type: Glossy, rich green leaves
• Flower Color: White to pale lavender
• Heirloom: No (improved modern variety)
• GMO Status: Non-GMO
• Organic: Not certified organic
• Light Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Preference: Well-drained fertile soil
• Water Needs: Moderate; allow drainage
• Pollinator Value: Blooms support bees and beneficial insects
• Maintenance Level: Low
• Plant Spacing: 8–12 inches
• Seed Viability: 3–4 years stored cool & dry
Planting Guide
• Start indoors 4–6 weeks before last frost or sow outdoors after frost.
• Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep in warm, moist soil.
• Provide warmth (70–75°F) for germination (7–14 days).
• Transplant into full sun after frost danger has passed.
• Water consistently; avoid soggy conditions.
• No heavy trimming needed; retains columnar shape naturally.
• Pinch early tips only if a slightly bushier form is desired.
