Organic Dark Opal Basil (Ocimum basilicum)

A sweet, fragrant variety cherished for its gorgeous deep violet leaves. Delicious, stunning in the garden, and valued as a medicinal herb. An effective companion plant for tomatoes and peppers. Loved by pollinators.

• 100 seeds minimum
• Germination: 7-10 days
• Maturity: 60-80 days
• Direct sow in full sun 1/4 deep after last frost or start indoors 5-6 weeks prior to last frost. Harden off seedlings before transplanting.
• Basil prefers well-drained soil.
• Space plants 8 apart; space rows 18-24 apart.