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World's best sprouting seeds! Beautiful Red leaf basil grows and tastes like Sweet Italian but has purplish red leaves. It is also known as Opal basil. Great to add color to salads or vinegars.
Growing Tips!
This variety of basil produces large, smooth leaves and and purple flowers. Red Rubin is said to be the easiest basil variety to start from seed. It produces a full, bushy plant that will grow to approximately 12 inches tall and 10 inches wide. It grows very well in a container and also makes a wonderful accent or border plant for your garden, adding color and aroma. Best of all, Red Rubin is the easiest Basil to grow from seed you will find! Its germination rate is much higher than that of other varieties, so you can count on a few extra plants from every packet of seed! Like all Basils, it can be direct-sown in spring or begun indoors about 6 to 8 weeks before last frost. Maintain a temperature of around 70 degrees F and expect to see little sprouts in 7 to 10 days!
If you want to use the leaves fresh, pick them as they mature. For drying them, wait until the flowers begin to open on the plant, then cut them at once (you can simply cut the entire plant and hang it upside-down, if you prefer!). You will love the sight, scent, and flavor of this delicious red-leafed Basil! Pkt is over 100 seeds.
Because of its vibrant color, Red Basil is a perfect choice when making infused oils, especially if you are giving the oil as a gift. The color contrast will make your gift delicious and attractive.
Since the flavor of this leaf is fairly intense, use it sparingly in salads and do not choose this particular variety when a large quantity of basil is needed, such as for making pesto. It is perfect to add to a salad for a splash of color and a burst of flavor.
Like all basil varieties, Red Rubin likes the warm sun. Do not plant outside until well after the last chance of frost.
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