75 Dark Opal Basil seeds
75 Dark Opal Basil seeds
This is a listing for a package of 75 Dark Opal Basil seeds. Aka Ocimum basilicum.
A lovely large leafed red basil with some variegation makes this a great basil for floral design! Use as bouquet filler, accent, or edible flower.
Red/green leaves and purple flowers. Edible and can be used as you would any other variety of basil. Flavor is much more intense than other varieties.
Direct sow in spring when soil has warmed and no chance of frost. Plant at 1/4" depth and firm soil so they are not disrupted by overhead watering or rain. Seed can be started indoors up to 6 weeks before your regions last frost date. Ensure plants are hardened off before transplanting outdoors into their permanent location. Seeds need soil temperatures of 65°-70° for germination. Approximately 7-10 days.
Plant height 16"-18" Spacing 6"-8"
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