Add a dramatic splash of color to your herb garden and your kitchen with Dark Opal Purple Basil. An All-American Selections winner, this stunning heirloom is as beautiful as it is flavorful, boasting deep, vivid purple leaves and lovely lavender flower spikes. It has a rich, classic basil flavor with a hint of spice, making it perfect for creating a visually striking pesto, adding flair to salads, or infusing vinegars and oils. Dark Opal Basil is a true showstopper in any setting.

What you\’ll love

• Gorgeous, deep purple leaves provide a dramatic contrast in gardens and on the plate.
• A rich, classic basil flavor that is perfect for pesto, salads, and infusions.
• An All-American Selections winner, celebrated for its beauty and garden performance.
• Long-valued as a beneficial herb in traditional wellness practices.

Seed details

• Plant Name: Dark Opal Purple Basil (Ocimum basilicum)
• Seed Quantity: Approx. 250 seeds
• Type: All-American Selections Winner, Heirloom, Non-GMO
• Lifecycle: Annual
• USDA Zone: 2-11
• Origin: American Grown

Growing instructions

• Sowing: Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost, or direct sow outdoors after all danger of frost has passed.
• Depth: Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep.
• Spacing: Space plants 10-12 inches apart.
• Light Requirement: Full Sun.
• Soil: Prefers rich, well-drained soil.
• Care: Pinch off flower buds as they appear to encourage a bushier plant and prolong the harvest.

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