Basil - Purple Ruffles

Minimum Seed Count: 50

Purple Ruffles Basil is a deep-purple basil variety known for its ruffled, textured leaves and mild, sweet flavor with a hint of anise. It’s great for culinary use, especially in pesto, sauces, salads, and infused oils. The plant produces soft purple flowers that attract pollinators and works well in both garden beds and containers.

Planting Guide

When to Plant

• Indoors: Start seeds 6–8 weeks before the final frost.

• Outdoors: Transplant or direct sow after temperatures stay consistently above 50°F.

How to Plant

• Soil: Well-draining soil with good organic matter.

• Depth: Sow seeds about ¼ inch deep.

• Spacing:

  • Plants: 12–18 inches apart

  • Rows: 18–24 inches apart

• Germination: Typically 5–10 days in warm soil (70–75°F).

Growing Conditions

• Sunlight: Full sun (at least 6 hours a day).

• Water: Keep soil evenly moist.

• Pruning: Pinch back growing tips to encourage a fuller plant.

• Feeding: Light fertilizer or compost every few weeks works well.

Harvesting

• Begin harvesting once plants reach 6–8 inches tall.

• Take leaves from the top to encourage new growth.

• Morning harvest gives the best flavor.

Additional Tips

• Remove flower spikes if you want larger leaves.

• Performs well in containers or mixed herb planters.