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Amethyst Basil Seeds
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Number of Seeds per Pack:
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Amethyst Basil Seeds
Amethyst Basil
is the only purple variety of Genovese-type basil. It's large, thick, almost-black leaves make a stunning addition to the garden.
This intriging, full flavored, deliciously aromatic
basil
can be used in any
sweet basil
recipe (but remember, it'll turn your dish a darker color!)
Amethyst Basil
is also lovely in flower arrangements and as a garnish.
As with all
basils
, you can also use this basil in the garden as a natural insecticide to repel aphids, mites, and tomato hornworms.
Also available:
Licorice Basil Seeds
Ararat Basil Seeds
Cinnamon Basil Seeds
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Companion Plants for Basil : These plants will grow well with Basil
Tomatoes
- Basil is said to make Tomatoes taste better
Peppers
Oregano
Asparagus
- Basil repels Asparagus beetle
Petunias
Chamomile
- Increases the essential oils in herbs (incl. Basil)
Anise
- Increases the essential oils in herbs (incl. Basil)
Basil repels mosquitos and flies
Repellent Plants for Basil: Avoid planting these within close proximity to Basil
Common Rue
Sage
Additional Details
Family:
Lamiaceae (lay-mee-AY-see-ee)
Genus:
Ocimim (OSS-ih-mum)
Species:
basilicum (bass-IL-ee-kum)
Cultivar:
Amethyst
Category:
Herbs, Annual
Height:
18-24 in (45-60 cm)
Spacing:
12-15 in. (30-38 cm)
Germination Time:
12-18 days
Days to Maturity:
75-90 days
Sun Exposure:
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Danger:
N/A
Bloom Color:
Purple
Bloom Time:
Late Spring/Early Summer, Mid Summer, Late Summer/Early Fall
Foliage:
Grown for foliage, Aromatic
Soil Requirements:
5.6 to 6.0 (acidic), 6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic), 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral), 7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline), 7.9 to 8.5 (alkaline)
Propagation Methods:
From seed, direct sow outdoors after last frost.
Other Details:
Average water needs, water regularly, do not over-water.
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