This basil has a stronger flavor than sweet basil, and the reddish-purple leaves create a unique look in salads.
To dry, wait until the flowers begin to open, then cut clusters off and hang them upside down, turning periodically until dry.

Scientific Name: Ocimum basilicum

Common Name: Basil, Annual Herb

Spacing: 6 - 8" (15 - 20cm)

Height: 18 - 24" (46 - 61cm)

Width: 18 - 24" (46 - 61cm)

Exposure: Sun