Basil, Dark Opal Purple
Flat, edible dark purple leaves grow on purple stems and emit an intensely aromatic fragrance–equally as potent as its unusual appearance! Incredible heat tolerance and hardiness. Bred at U of Connecticut in 1950s to improve color uniformity. Great for beginners! Creates beautiful contrast in the garden, good for containers and small spaces. Impress your neighbors and dinner guests alike with their heirloom wonder.
Plant seeds just after the New Moon
60-90 days
~150 seeds
Flat, edible dark purple leaves grow on purple stems and emit an intensely aromatic fragrance–equally as potent as its unusual appearance! Incredible heat tolerance and hardiness. Bred at U of Connecticut in 1950s to improve color uniformity. Great for beginners! Creates beautiful contrast in the garden, good for containers and small spaces. Impress your neighbors and dinner guests alike with their heirloom wonder.
Plant seeds just after the New Moon
60-90 days
~150 seeds
Flat, edible dark purple leaves grow on purple stems and emit an intensely aromatic fragrance–equally as potent as its unusual appearance! Incredible heat tolerance and hardiness. Bred at U of Connecticut in 1950s to improve color uniformity. Great for beginners! Creates beautiful contrast in the garden, good for containers and small spaces. Impress your neighbors and dinner guests alike with their heirloom wonder.
Plant seeds just after the New Moon
60-90 days
~150 seeds