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Ocimum Basilicum "Basil Red Rubin" 6Pack Seedlings
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Ocimum Basilicum "Basil Red Rubin" 6Pack Seedlings
Product Details
Botanical Name: Ocimum basilicum ‘Red Rubin’
Common Names: Red Rubin Basil, Purple Basil
📌 Product Description
Ocimum basilicum ‘Red Rubin’ is a striking basil variety known for its deep purple foliage and rich, aromatic flavour. The leaves have a slightly stronger, spicier taste than traditional green basil, making them ideal for culinary use as well as garnishing.
This variety is both ornamental and edible, producing attractive purple leaves and soft pink to lavender flowers that add colour and interest to herb gardens and containers.
Red Rubin Basil is perfect for adding flavour and visual appeal to kitchen gardens and outdoor spaces.
📏 Size When Fully Grown
Height: 40 – 60 cm
Spread: 30 – 40 cm
Growth Habit: Upright, bushy annual herb
Growth Rate: Fast
🌱 Best Growing Conditions
Light: Full sun
Soil: Well-draining, fertile soil enriched with compost
Water:
• Water regularly to keep soil lightly moist
• Avoid waterlogged soil
• Do not allow to dry out completely
Feeding: Apply compost or a light liquid fertiliser regularly during the growing season
Maintenance:
• Pinch tips regularly to encourage bushy growth
• Remove flower heads to prolong leaf production
• Suitable for container growing
🌦️ Planting & Growing Season (South Africa)
Best Planting Time: Spring to summer
Active Growth: Spring to autumn
Flowering Season: Summer
🌼 Additional Benefits
• Rich aromatic flavour
• Attractive purple foliage
• Dual-purpose (ornamental and edible)
• Fast-growing and productive
• Suitable for containers
🌿 Ideal Uses
✔ Herb gardens
✔ Container growing
✔ Fresh cooking
✔ Garnishing
✔ Edible landscaping
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