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Mentha spicata & Ocimum basilcum
Basil: This herb has large, heart-shaped foliage and white flowers in summer. I enjoy using the leaves fresh in herbal teas, and iced drinks. Wash leaves before use.
Spearmint: This herb has bright green, toothed foliage with edible purple flowers in summer. I enjoy using the leaves fresh in herbal teas and iced drinks. Wash leaves before use.
Chef Jeff’s Basil Mint Honeydew Cooler recipe:
6 cups honeydew melon
1½ cups sugar
1¾ cups fresh lime juice
3-4 tablespoons fresh chopped spearmints leaves
3 large fresh chopped basil leaves
3 cups cold water
Ice cubes
Cut melon into 1-inch chunks. In blender puree melon with sugar, lime juice, mint and basil until completely smooth. When ready to serve, pour mixture into pitcher, blend with 3 cups of water and ice. Refrigerate 4-6 hours before serving. Garnish with basil leaves and melon balls. Yield 8-9 cups.
Full Sun to Part Sun
Height 18-24"
Spread 24-36"
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