Basil Red Ruby Seed
Cultivate a stunning herb garden with the Basil Red Ruby Seed. This vigorous, Italian Large Leaf variety boasts beautiful purple leaves with a captivating copper tinge, producing flat leaves up to 3 inches long. Plants grow to a mature height of 18-24 inches, offering a high yield and exceptional flavor. Perfect for adding visual appeal and delicious taste to your culinary creations, this basil is ready to ship and enhance your garden. It's an annual herb that thrives in full sun and moderate water conditions.
$15.51
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
4988
/ 6090
#4988 in Seeds & Seed Tape
Price vs Category Average
+46%
Above average
Soil Temperature
7580
/ -°F
Who it's for
- Striking Ornamental Appeal
- Unique Culinary Colorant
- Reliable Germination and Vigor
Who should skip it
- Flavor Deviation from Sweet Basil
- Color Reversion Risk
- Unattractive Pesto Hue
Key Specs
Soil Temperature
75-80°F
Germination Days
10-14 Days
Plant Height
18-24 inches
Seeding Depth
0.25-0.5 inches
Spacing in Row
4-8 inches
Spacing Between Rows
1-2 feet
Plant Type
Annual
Water Needs
Moderate
Features
- Vigorous Italian Large Leaf basil
- Striking purple leaves with copper tinge
- High yielding with great flavor
- Produces 3-inch long leaves
- Reaches 18-24 inches tall
- Suitable for spring and summer planting
- Thrives in full sun
- Annual herb
What customers say
The Basil Red Ruby Seed earns high praise primarily for its striking ornamental appeal and exceptional quality. Gardeners consistently report outstanding germination success, confirming the seed's reliability. The plant's deep ruby red coloration is frequently highlighted as vibrant and beautiful, making it perfect for visual impact in containers or borders. While the flavor is appreciated as robust and slightly spicy, it is noted as milder than classic green basils, suiting garnishes well. A key factor for maintaining the signature color is ensuring intense, adequate sunlight; growth in partial shade may cause leaves to revert to green. Overall, this specialty seed offers excellent value for enthusiasts prioritizing dramatic visual performance and dependable growth.
Still have a question?
Ask Hayley anything about this product before you decide.