Latin Ocimum basilicum 'Purpurascens'
Add some beauty to your herb garden this summer! Red Rubin Basil is a handsome purple leaf, compact variety of basil and is excellent for culinary use. This AAS award winning variety is a cultivar of sweet basil with a more intense flavour and aroma. This basil is a great addition for both flavour and style. Harvest regularly to delay flowering, and improve growth habit. Use this basil as you would any sweet basil. Use in fresh cooking, salads or dry and store for continued use throughout the winter. Easily grown in containers or directly in your garden. Just make sure basil gets full sun for best results. Aesthetically pleasing and full of flavour... What more could you ask for?
Growing basil from seed is very easy. Germination rates for basil can be a little lower than other seeds but it still is around 70%. Using a heating mat will offer the best results. Once germinated, basil is very sensitive to frost so ensure that all risk of frost has passed before planting into your garden. Alternatively you can grow basil easily in pots which makes them easy to bring inside or grow throughout the year indoors. If growing indoors, use an indoor soil mixture that is light and has natural nutrition. Artificial fertilizers can have a negative impact on flavour of basil. Matures in 70 days.
50+ seeds per pack