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Red Rubin Basil

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​Red Rubin Basil-Ocimum basilicum 'Purpurascens' 

Exceptional flavour 

Very productive

Tall purple stalks

Holds its dark colour

Seeds germinate slowly, a bit faster when heated from below, and basil enjoys hot weather and full sun. 

Season: Warm season

Exposure: Full sun

Zone: 3 to 10 – not cold hardy

Red Rubin Basil is an annual herb that can grow up to 3 feet (1 metre) tall.

In spite of its name, it is actually purple, and its stems are an even darker purple.

It leaves can grow up to 3 inches (7.5 cm) long. It blossoms with small pink flowers.

Red Rubin Basil tastes nearly the same as any green basil, though a bit more pungent than Genova Basil. Sometimes, it even has a sharpness almost like cloves. The taste might be a bit too strong for some people in pesto.

Red Rubin Basil is best used fresh. When cooked, the purple colour disappears and it turns green.

The more sun the Red Rubin Basil gets, the less chance there is of green coming through on the leaves.

This basil variety has unusual reddish-purple leaves, and a stronger flavor than sweet basil, making it most appealing for salads and garnishes.Improved variety of Dark Opal Basil


all my seed come in reusable zip lock bags and planting instructions

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