Purple Ruffles Basil Seeds - Heirloom Herbal Plant for Home Gardens

Purple Ruffles Basil is an aromatic herb variety grown for its deep purple ruffled leaves and ornamental appearance. It develops an upright, branching growth habit and is suitable for herb gardens, kitchen gardens, containers, and decorative plantings. This basil variety grows best in warm conditions with full sun and fertile, well-drained soil. It is commonly used for seasonal herb cultivation and garden displays.

Features

• Produces purple ruffled foliage
• Aromatic herb with upright growth
• Suitable for kitchen gardens and containers
• Adds color to herb gardens
• Warm-season annual plant
• Grows well in full sun
• Prefers fertile, well-drained soil
• Suitable for culinary and ornamental planting

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Ocimum basilicum
• Common Name (US): Basil
• Seed Type / Variety: Purple Ruffles Basil Seeds
• Growth Habit: Upright annual herb
• USDA Zones: 5 to 10
• Planting Season: Spring to summer
• Growing Season: Warm season
• Sowing Season: Spring
• Sowing Months: March to June
• Germination Time and Conditions: 5 to 10 days at 21 to 25°C
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Fertile, well-drained loamy soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate and consistent moisture
• Mature Plant Size: 45 to 60 cm height
• Plant Spacing: 20 to 30 cm