Quick Tip Planting Guide:

• Depth to Plant: 0.25 inches deep
• Spacing Between Plants:12″-18″ apart
• Days to Germinate (Sprout): 14-21 days
• Germination Soil Temp: 65-85 degrees
• Planting Season: after last frost
• Plant Height: Up to 3 feet tall
• Plant Width: Up to 3 feet wide
• No. of Plants per sq. ft.: 1-2

What is Dark Opal Purple Basil?

This sweet and very popular variety of basil has gorgeous purple-black glossy foliage and a delicious aroma. It’s eye catching and a beautiful, colorful garden plant. This basil produces small to medium sized, tender leaves. It is slow to bolt and grows at a steady pace. The dark purple has a green metallic undertone or sheen and in bright light it can appear flat and open.

Health Benefits of Dark Opal Purple Basil

Dark Opal Purple Basil has a variety of medicinal benefits and has been known to improve digestive functions, treat acne and insect bites, improve nausea, and work as a sedative for muscle spasms and cramps.

Ways to Consume Dark Opal Purple Basil

Like many basil varieties, Dark Opal Purple Basil has a degree of licorice flavor, and it is used in the culinary world as an attractive garnish with good flavor. Use this herb fresh or dried and even frozen. It works wonderfully in salads and on sandwiches. The uses for this herb are endless and everyone should take advantage of this fresh and spicy leaf.