Basil- Red Italian

Ocimum basilicum Open Pollinated

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  • Deep purply red leaves
  • High in antioxidants

Standard seed packet, 100 seeds
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Description

'Basil- Red Italian' seeds

Ocimum basilicum

  • Deep purply red leaves
  • High in antioxidants

Annual growing to 45cm. Produces an abundance of dark purply red leaves on a dense bushy plant. Strong aromatic spicy basil flavour. Produces spikes of pinky purple flowers. Can be grown in containers. Great variety for adding colour to salads or for using as garnish. Can be used fresh or dried. Slow bolting variety. Harvest leaves as required. 

Seeds per gram: 675
Product code: D7-01

Best Months to Sow
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Cool
Temperate
Sub-Tropical
Tropical
Arid
Quick Sowing Guide
Method Sow direct or raise seedlings
Sowing Depth 3mm
Season Spring and summer
Germination 5-10 days @ 18-35°C
Hardiness / Life Cycle Frost tender Annual
Plant Spacing 30cm
Plant Height 45cm
Position Part or full sun, moist well drained soil
Days Until Maturity 45 days to maturity

*Notes: Pick regularly to encourage more growth. Keep well watered. Remove flower buds as soon as they appear for continued leaf growth. Protect from aphids, slugs and snails.

How To Grow

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