Ocimum basilicum

One of the darkest basil’s, Dark Opal has deep purple black foliage. It makes a beautiful landscape plant or cut foliage that adds a lovely fragrance to any arrangement, the leaves are also edible too ! Great in the flower or vegetable garden.

Growing information:

Plant Type: Annual

Height: 16-18”

Sun: Full sun

Sow: Indoors 6 weeks before the last frost, transplant out after all danger of frost has passed.

Pinch: when 8” tall

Spacing: 9”

Days to maturity: 65-75

Tip: Basil Is  very sensitive to cold so wait until the weather warms up to plant out.

Seeds per packet: Approximately 100