Herb
Minette
B tier
Minette is a dwarf fine-leaf basil of French garden tradition—compact, aromatic, suited to pots and detailed garnishing. Intense enough for small pesto batches from many plants. Keep pinched. Similar niche to Greek and globe basils with French naming.
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Characteristics
Preparations
ChoppedDriedFreshGarnishInfusedPestoTorn
Traits
AromaticCompactDwarf FrenchFineFine LeafIntensePot
History
FR
Fine-leaf dwarf basils like Minette were kept in French potagers.
FR
Seed houses listed Minette for amateur gardeners.
Specialty herb growers offered Minette beyond France.
Fine-dining garnishes used Minette-type leaves.