Purple Basil Seeds - Herbal Plant

Purple basil seeds produce compact, bushy plants with upright growth and richly colored purple foliage. This variety grows well in warm climates and is suitable for garden beds, borders, and container cultivation. It performs best in full sun and prefers fertile, well-drained soil with consistent moisture. Purple basil establishes quickly and maintains steady growth throughout the warm season.

Features

• Compact, bushy plant with upright growth habit
• Distinctive purple foliage
• Suitable for garden beds, borders, and containers
• Performs well in warm and sunny conditions
• Prefers fertile, well-drained soil
• Requires consistent moisture for steady development

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Ocimum basilicum
• Common Name (US): Basil
• Seed Type / Variety: Purple variety
• Growth Habit: Upright, bushy annual
• USDA Zones: 3–11 (grown as annual)
• Planting Season: Spring to early summer
• Growing Season: Warm season
• Sowing Season:
  • Spring: March to May
  • Early Summer: June
• Germination Time and Conditions: 5–10 days at 20–25°C with consistent moisture
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Fertile, well-drained loamy soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
• Mature Plant Size: 30–60 cm height, 25–40 cm spread
• Plant Spacing: 25–30 cm apart