Dark Opal Basil – 100 Seeds

Dark Opal Basil Seeds. With deep purple, sometimes mottled leaves, it is grown as much for its decorative appeal as for its culinary value. This basil was a 1962 winner of the All-American Selection award.

The leaves are egg-shaped with sparsely toothed edges and a variable purple to burgundy color. The color of the basil intensifies with maturity, although variegated green leaves are considered normal in this basil.

Culinary Uses

• This hybrid basil variety has a slightly stronger anise flavor than the common green sweet basil, with mild ginger undertones and a potent aroma.
• This basil is considered savory when compared to the standard sweet basil and is used for it flavor and color alike.

Growing Dark Opal Basil

• Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost in spring
• Sow Basil Seeds evenly by covering them with 0.5 cm of soil.
• Keep the soil moist.
• The basil seeds should germinate within a week.