Basil Purple Ruffles
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Basillicum

Basil Purple Ruffles

R60.00

This dark purple basil boasts attractive lacerated foliage.

 

30 seeds per packet

9 in stock

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    Flower type:Spike
    Life cycle:Annual
    Climate:Behaves as perennial in areas with mild and frost-free winters.
    Sowing guide:Direct sow in autumn (only in areas with mild winters) or in spring. Alternatively, sow in trays (recommended) and transplant after 6 weeks
    Planting Season:Autumn / Spring / Summer
    Germination guide:5-10 days @ 18 C. Cover seed with layer of vermiculite.
    Good Bee Food:Yes
    Flowering time:Early spring (from an autumn sowing) or 85 days after sowing in spring
    Pinch:Yes, when 20 cm high
    Position:Full Sun
    Final height:45 cm
    Spacing:30 cm

    Harvesting Tips:

    Harvest when stems have hardened or flowers have formed. Cut during the cool part of the day as foliage is prone to wilting in the heat. Place directly into water to hydrate. Expected vase life is 7-10 days.

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