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Plant Habit: Herb/Forb
Life cycle: Annual
Sun Requirements: Full Sun
Water Preferences: Mesic
Plant Height: 20-24 inches
Leaves: Unusual foliage color
Fragrant
Other: deep purple stems, glossy bi-color plum-veined leaves
Flower Color: Lavender
Uses: Culinary Herb
Salad greens
Cut Flower
Edible Parts: Leaves
Pollinators: Bees
Containers: Suitable in 1 gallon
Suitable in 3 gallon or larger

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Common names
  • Basil

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