Purple Basil (Ocimum basilicum) organic seeds
- Beautiful, decorative basil variety with dark purple leaves.
- Contents: Approx. 220 seeds
- Open-pollinated variety, seed tested regularly
Regular price:
€2.59
Product number: OCI06-BIO GTIN: 4251420514783
Description
Violet basil with characteristic aroma and decorative colored leaves.
Plant profile
| Lifecycle | Perennial |
|---|---|
| Species | Lamiaceae |
| Flower colour | White |
| Flowering months | August, July, June, September |
| Main harvest | August, July, September |
Growing instructions
| When to sow outdoors | April, June, May |
|---|---|
| Sowing depth | 0 cm |
| Germination temperature | 18-24° C |
| Germination time | 1-2 weeks |
| Sunlight | Full sun |
| Planting distance | 10 cm |
| Good companion plants | Chard, Cucumber, Fennel, Tomatoes, Zucchini |
| Bad companion plants | Melisse, Sage, Savory, Thyme |
Sowing and care
Sprinkle the seeds onto the substrate and press down gently, do not cover with soil. Start indoors, keep moist and warm and plant out in late May. Grows well in pots or sheltered places outdoors.
Other names
Botanical name: Ocimum basilicum
German: Lila Basilikum, Violettes Basilikum
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