Red Leaf Basil: is a compact basil plant with handsome reddish-purple foliage and a delightful aroma. The small pink flowers are an added bonus in mid- to late summer.
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Suitable for container planting or direct garden sowing, red leaf basil is highly aromatic and a nice herb to have on hand.
Planting Guide: Sow 1/4 " deep, 12-18" apart in rows, 2' apart after the danger of frost has dissipated. Full sun to partial shade. All-purpose fertilizer recommended. Water regularly.
Harvest: Plant is at full maturity at about 70 - 75 days, however, leaves can be extracted throughout the season. At full growth the plant will be between 1'-2' tall. Pinch mature leaves as required. Do not pinch more than 1/3 of the available leaves from any plant at any given time and allow for regrowth before preharvest.
Tip: Harvest in the morning where the aromatic oils are at their peak. Basil can be used fresh or is also great dried.
Red Leaf Basil: is a compact basil plant with handsome reddish-purple foliage and a delightful aroma. The small pink flowers are an added bonus in mid- to late summer.
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Red Leaf Basil
Red Leaf Basil: is a compact basil plant with handsome reddish-purple foliage and a delightful aroma. The small pink flowers are an added bonus in mid- to late summer.
