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Wild Basil

Clinopodium vulgare, Lamiaceae

Zones
4–8
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect HabitatPest Confuser

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 8

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Eastern Bee BalmMonarda bradburiana
Pest DeterrentBeneficial Insect HabitatPollinator Sharing
Drummond's OnionAllium drummondii
Pest Deterrent

Antagonistic Plants

Perennial Yellow WoundwortStachys recta

Lamiaceae family members often produce allelopathic essential oils that can inhibit growth of related species in the mint family

Uses

Functions

Medicinal HerbsAromatic LeavesPollinator FoodCompanion Planting

Edible Parts

LeavesFlowers

Medicinal Uses

Digestive AidAntimicrobialWound HealingRespiratory Support

Common Questions

What zones does Wild Basil grow in?

Wild Basil grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Wild Basil?

Good companions for Wild Basil include Eastern Bee Balm, Drummond's Onion.

Design guilds with Wild Basil and see companion relationships visually.

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