Ocimum basilicum 'Dark Opal' - 1.5 Ltr pot

Bulletpoints
* spicy, tart flavour * beautiful foliage * suitable for growing in pots

Leaves
Suitable for consumption. High leaf ornamental value. The purple-red, wavy, toothed leaves are ovate, lanceolate and have a spicy, tangy flavour.

Growth
Shrub-like, upright.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Seed
Sow in trays or seed trays from June to December. Sowing outdoors from May to June.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Spring to summer.

Tasks
- Sowing in trays or seed boxes: In the period from June to December - Sowing outdoors: From May to June - Harvesting: In the period from July to October.

Care
Too much fertiliser harms the aroma of herbs! Herbs are well cared for in planters if they are given herb fertiliser once in spring. When planted out in the garden, a dose of compost at the start of the season is sufficient.

Use
Fresh consumption, sauce/dip, medicinal plant, medit. Kitchen, tub, balcony/terrace