Basil Purple Petra Organic Seeds
Ocimum basilicum
Item #6093
Annual. A mild, sweet taste that is perfect for those who love basil's flavor. It's excellent in a variety of dishes, including pesto, pasta, and salads and makes a lovely pink vinegar or oil. Grow as a companion plant for your tomatoes or as an ornamental. Try pairing it with French Marigold Lemon Drop or Bells of Ireland for eye?popping color.
This packet sows eight 10-foot rows.
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Annual |
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Full sun to part shade |
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24" tall |
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When to sow outside: 1 to 2 weeks after average last frost, and when soil temperatures are at least 60°F. Basil is very sensitive to frost. Must have warm temperatures to germinate. Successive Sowings: Every 2 to 4 weeks for most tender crop.
When to start inside: RECOMMENDED. 6 to 8 weeks before transplanting outside.
Harvesting: Basil is typically harvested before the plant flowers. Flavor is best when harvested in the morning. The young, top leaves taste the best and should be used fresh; the older leaves may be used for vinegar and pesto. Cut a few stems but never more than 1/3 of the plant. Wash stems, gently shake dry, and strip the leaves off the stem. If there is any chance of frost (38°F and below), harvest crop immediately; basil is very frost sensitive.
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$1.89
Item #6093
0.50 grams
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