Basil, Dark Opal Organic Seeds, 300mg

Name: Basil, Dark Opal Organic Seeds, 300mg
SKU: 1413
Price: 4.99 USD
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Ocimum basilicum

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Basil, Dark Opal Organic Seeds, 300mg

Ocimum basilicum

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Product Information

Grow stunning, aromatic basil with Dark Opal Organic Seeds.

Basil Dark Opal is an All-American Selections Winner. It has distinctive deep purple foliage and a wonderful fragrance. Basil Dark Opal has a unique and beautiful color that adds a touch of beauty to any flower garden.

Upgrade your culinary game with this high-quality ingredient.

Sku: 1413

Common Name: Basil

Botanical Name: Ocimum basilicum

Growing Information

Safe
for Bees

Good For Pollinators

Grows
Best In:

Full Sun

Days to
Germination:

14 - 21 Days

Days to
Maturity:

80 Days

Best
Container Size:

12"+

Growing Height:

16 - 18"

Water
Needs:

Average (1 - 2 in / week)

Plant
Lifecycle:

Annual

Plant Type:

Herb

Harvest/Bloom
Season:

Spring|Summer|Fall

Growing
Season:

Summer|Fall

Key Features

Characteristics: Pet friendly | Low maintenance | Frost sensitive

Color: Purple

Fill Weight (grams): 300 mg

Approximate Seed Count: 175 - 200

Flavor: Bold, slightly spicy flavor

Preparation Ideas: Use in flavorful vinegar, garnish or in salads.

Landscape Use: Edible Garden

Resistance: Deer|Rabbit

Package Dimensions: 3.25 x 4.5"

Instructions

Start indoors near a sunny window 6 weeks before transplanting to the garden. Or, sow in the garden in full sun when frost danger is over and ground is warm. Performs best in rows 2 feet apart. Thin or transplant plants to 10 inches apart when they are 2 inches tall.

Planting Depth: 0.25"

Seed Spacing: 10"

Nutrient Care Instructions: Apply SUPERthrive once per week. Soak in solution of 1/4 tsp per gal for 15 min. or longer depending on size and type.

Suggestions

Use leaves fresh or dry for seasoning. Great for a dramatic background.

Harvest Recipes

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Shipping

Free shipping is available on all orders over $35. Orders under $35 have a standard shipping rate of $7.99, but for a limited time, seed-only orders ship for just $2.99—a $5 discount automatically applied at checkout. Most orders are shipped within 2 business days of purchase. However, home décor and embroidered items may take 2–7 business days to ship, depending on the day of the week your order is placed. For more details, please click here to review our Shipping & Returns Policy .