Basil, Dark Opal

Mostly purple leaves with 10% variegated, or green leaves. Adds robust, sweet-and-spicy flavor and visual interest to summery cocktails and makes a colorful dessert garnish. A critical ingredient in many Asian dishes, including those of Thailand, Laos, Indonesia, and the Philippines. Based on our yield trial, we recommend seeding 5 gm per tray at approx. 5 flats per oz of seed. Avg. days to maturity was 25.5 days when harvested at the first true leaf (as opposed to cotyledon) stage. Blend with Cinnamon and Bicolor for a flavorful and striking Asian basil trio. AAS Winner.Specs:Avg. 358,700 seeds/lb