DescriptionGrow Basil in the Georgia Garden for most of the year! Basil is not frost tolerant, so it can be grown anytime there isn’t a threat of freezing temperatures. We recommend growing Basil throughout the Spring, Summer, and Fall. If you live in South or Coastal Georgia, depending on how early the first freeze comes, Basil’s growing Season may stretch well into the Early Winter.Dark Purple Opal Basil has a spicier flavor than original basil and is a beautiful red-purple color! The leaves are Tender, Delicious, and Regal. Opal Basil imparts a delicious flavor to any meal (soup, stew, sauce, salad, etc) and can be used to perfectly garnish any dish. Basil prefers temperatures that remain above 50 degrees. It is not frost tolerant and lower temperatures will slow the plant’s growth.Expect plants to reach a height of 12″ to 24″. Prune flowers and buds from the plant to maximize flavor and leaf production!Seed Pack contains 70 Seeds.Basil is a great source for Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Potassium, Fiber, and much more!Sun Exposure: Full Sun (at least 6 hours of Sunlight)Frost Tolerant?: No (Prefers Temperatures above 50 degrees)Heirloom?: YesDays Until Harvest/Maturity: 50-75Planting Depth: No more than ¼” Distance Between Rows: 24 to 36 inchesDistance Between Plants: 6 inchesRecommended Planting Dates:Do not feel restricted to planting exclusively within the following date ranges. These dates are only a recommendation for best results based upon our experience, research, & best practices.North Georgia: April 10 through October 20 Suggested Planting Window (Starting Seeds & Transplants): April 10 through August 15Central Georgia: March 20 through November 15 Suggested Planting Window (Starting Seeds & Transplants): March 20 through September 1South Georgia: March 15 through November 20Suggested Planting Window (Starting Seeds & Transplants): March 15 through September 1Coastal Georgia: February 20 through December 15Suggested Planting Window (Starting Seeds & Transplants): February 25 through September 1What’s my Georgia Growing Region? Click Here.
