About

A versatile shrub, reaching 120-250cm, with a compact framework. It displays colourful flowers. 'Loki' is valued in garden settings.

About the genus

Ocimum can be aromatic annuals, evergreen perennials or shrubs with opposite, linear to broadly-ovate leaves and small tubular white or pinkish flowers in whorls forming a spike

Plant details

Suggested usesBorders, mixed plantings

Care notes

CultivationFertile well-drained soil
PruningPrune after flowering
PropagationSemi-ripe cuttings
Pest resistanceTrouble-free
Disease resistanceMildew in dry conditions