Basil Dark Opal Seeds

Description

Basil Dark Opal Seeds

Basil Dark Opal. Large, glossy, dark purple-bronze leaves make this herb very ornamental as well as flavourful. Excellent contrast with green basil, spectacular as a garnish, in salads, or for adding to basil vinegars. Attractive also in the border for yellow or gold flowers.

Cultivation Advice For Basil Dark Opal Seeds

• Days to Germination: 7-21
  Days To Harvest: 60
  Planting Depth: 1/16-1/8 inch (not very deep)
  Spacing, Row: 12-18 inches
  Spacing, Plant: 8-10 inches
  Light: Full Sun (or Partial Shade)

Basil Dark Opal Seeds Sow in a location with full sun (or Partial Shade) outdoors after all danger of frost and when it is warm. Basil can be planted outside from early-spring through mid-summer.
For earlier plants start seeds indoors in flats 4 to 6 weeks before last frost and set plants outside when it is warm, after all danger of frost. Cover seed with 1/16 to 1/8 inch fine soil. Keep soil moderately moist during germination.
Thin or transplant when at least 2 inches tall to approximately 8-10 inches apart. Indoors, transplant seedlings to individual pots and set plants outside when it is warm and after all danger of frost.
Harvest leaves continually to encourage new growth. Use pruned leaves or harvested plants fresh or dry them in a warm, airy place.
If you practice companion planting, plant basil near tomatoes and peppers to enhance their growth.