Basil ‘Green Ruffles’

Basil ‘Green Ruffles’

$0.50

Ocimum basilicum

seeds only available to PSW members – limit of 2 packets of this variety

  • annual herb to 60cm
  • large, lime-green, ruffled leaves
  • hint of mint and aniseed
  • ideal for containers

NOTE: If the price is reduced, the seed has passed its best-by date.
Best-by date, germination rates, and growing information are in “Additional Information”.

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Description

Basil ‘Green Ruffles’ is an annual herb to 60cm. The leaves are large, green, with a bumpy surface and ruffled edges. ‘Green Ruffles’ has a delicate flavour with a hint of mint as well as aniseed. Use fresh or dried. The pale-pink flowers attract pollinators and other beneficial insects. This variety can be grown in containers.
This basil may cross-pollinate with other varieties of Ocimum basilicum. If collecting seed, please check the Latin names of basil and allow only one variety to be in flower at any one time.

Additional information

Best By

Mar-27

germination rate - current stock

not tested

Packet Quantity

20 seeds

Lifecycle

annual

Sowing Months

September; October; November; December; January; February

Method

raise seedlings

Depth to Sow

3mm

Germination

7-10 days

Distance Apart

40cm

Harvest

70 days