Overview
Ocimum basilicum 'Ajaka'PBR is a bushy annual biennial in the genus Ocimum, part of the Lamiaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Ocimum basilicum 'Ajaka'PBR grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1c. Suggested uses include culinary, medicinal and companion planting.
About
Ocimum basilicum 'Ajaka' PBR is a bushy cultivar of the Ocimum genus, which includes aromatic plants with opposite leaves and small tubular flowers arranged in whorls. This deciduous basil thrives in full sun with a south- or west-facing aspect and prefers sheltered locations. It grows best in fertile, well-drained loam or sandy soils across a range of pH levels. Hardy to H1c, 'Ajaka' is valued for culinary, medicinal, and companion planting uses, with interest primarily in spring and summer. Propagation is by seed.
About the genus
Ocimum is a genus of aromatic annual and perennial herbs and shrubs in the family Lamiaceae, native to the tropical and warm temperate regions of all 6 inhabited continents, with the greatest number of species in Africa. Its best known species are the cooking herb basil, O. basilicum, and the medicinal herb tulsi , O.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Ocimum
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1c
Plant details
Ocimum basilicum 'Ajaka'PBR size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Annual Biennial, Herbs - Culinary
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Culinary, Medicinal, Companion planting
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Ocimum basilicum 'Ajaka'PBR
- Propagation
- Seed
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Leafhoppers
- Disease resistance
- Powdery mildew
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Ocimum basilicum 'Ajaka'PBR?
Ocimum basilicum 'Ajaka'PBR prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Ocimum basilicum 'Ajaka'PBR need?
Ocimum basilicum 'Ajaka'PBR grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Ocimum basilicum 'Ajaka'PBR hardy in the UK?
Ocimum basilicum 'Ajaka'PBR has an RHS hardiness rating of H1c, meaning it needs a warm, frost-free position of 5–10°C and is best grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Ocimum basilicum 'Ajaka'PBR?
Seed.
