Basil 'Crimson King'

Grow this new British-bred Genovese type for a 100% purple-leaved Basil with increased vigour, uniformity, and traditional 'cupped' leaves. Basil 'Crimson King' makes an excellent ornamental edible adding a bright splash of colour to the herb garden, and is ideally grown on the windowsill, or in containers or baskets outdoors in the summer.

• 100% purple leaved Basil
• increased vigour, uniformity, and traditional 'cupped' leaves
• Ideal grown on the windowsill, or in containers or baskets outdoors

Height Up To 45cm (17.7in)

Spread Up To 30cm (11.8in)

Hardiness & Longevity: Half-Hardy Annual

Ideal For: Patio, Kitchen Garden, Greenhouse

Position In: Full Sun

Sowing Months: February to May

FLowering Months: July to August