Basil, red-leaved Ocimum basilicum red-leaved

ABOUT
O. basilicum red-leaved has deep purple stems and leaves, purple and white flowers with deep purple bracts, and grows to around 45cm
Plant Info
Care
Common Problems
About this plant
Names
Family
Lamiaceae
Synonyms
basil, red-leaved
Common names
Ocimum basilicum 'Basilico Rosso'
Characteristics
Foliage type
Deciduous
Height
0.1-0.5 metres
Spread
0.1-0.5 metres
Hardiness zones
H1C
Light
Full Sun
Pruning
Pinch out flowerheads as they appear to ensure continued leaf growth. Cut back after flowering
Soil
Sand, SoilLoam
Suitable locations
Hardiness zone
City & Courtyard Gardens Patio & Container Plants Mediterranean Climate Plants
Propogation
Propagate by seed sown in gentle heat in early spring or sown in-situ in summer
Pests
Can get leafhoppers and aphids; slugs and snails can be problematic
Diseases
May be affected by powdery mildews
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