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Basil Seeds, Purple Dark Opal, ORGANIC

$3.25

Ocimum basilicum


An ornamental herb that is fragrant and tasty. With a slightly sharper flavor than sweet basils, the color translates beautifully to a purple vinegar. Grows on 18 to 24 inch tall plants.

Direct seed or transplant into the garden after all danger of frost has passed. Basil will need full sun and well-draining soil. Water well to ensure good germination. Once germinated, basil will need at least an inch of water per week. Typically grown for leaves and flowers. Annual.

  • Planting Information
Average Seed / ozSeed / 100' RowAverage Yield / 100' RowDays to Harvest
180001 gr40-50 lbs70-85
Planting SeasonIdeal Soil TempSunFrost Tolerance
After Last Frost65-85°FFull SunFrost Sensitive
Sowing MethodSeed DepthDirect Seed Spacing

Min. Seeds 

Per Packet

Transplant or Direct Seed1/4"2-4"90
Mature SpacingDays to SproutProduction CycleSeed Viability
10-14"7-14Annual4-6 years