Ocimum Basilicum "Basil Red Rubin" 6Pack Seedlings

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