Ocimum basilicum 'Purple Ruffles' - Purple Basil

Purple Basil

Ocimum basilicum 'Purple Ruffles'

  • Erect bushy annual herb
  • Narrowly oval to elliptic leaves
  • Attractive ruffled deep purple foliage
  • Pinkish-purple flowers
  • Highly aromatic
  • Both leaves and oils are used as flavouring agents
  • Bloom Time: Midsummer to early fall

ZONE:
8

COLOUR:
Pink

HEIGHT:
40-50 cm

SPREAD:
40-50 cm

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Growing and Maintenance Tips:


Grows best in an average to moist, well-drained soil, in full sun. Pinching out the flowers will encourage a bushy habit and continued leaf growth. Most basil are tender annuals, which are easy to grow, but very susceptible to frost damage. Do not plant outside until the threat of frost has passed in late spring. 

Characteristics & Attributes


GROWTH RATE:
Medium
FOLIAGE COLOR:
Burgundy
LANDSCAPE USES:
Herbal/edible garden