Basil 'Red Rubin'
Red Rubin Basil/Ocimum basilicum (Annual)
Wonderful aroma, intense purple foliage and sweet clove-like basil flavor. Used in oils, salads, pasta dishes and as an ornamental in the garden. Great compact habit.
Height
14-18 Inches
Spread
12-16 Inches
Color
Pink/Red
Interesting Notes
Basil repels flying insects, have potted or cut basil on your outdoor dining table to enhance the ambience and eliminate the pests.
Bloom Time
July-August
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips
Do not plant outside until well after the last chance of frost. Cut leaves and stems before bloom. Harvest when leaves are dry. Cut top 2 or 3 sets of leaves to promote bushy growth habit. But flower spikes as they appear.
Good Companions
Swiss Chard/Beta vulgaris (Annual) (Swiss Chard )Characteristics & Attributes
Attributes & Uses
| • | Fragrant |
| • | Containers |
| • | Culinary |
Exposure
| • | Full Sun |
Foliage Color
| • | Purple |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Summer |
Season of Interest (Foliage)
| • | Fall |
| • | Spring |
| • | Summer |
Soil Moisture Preference
| • | Rich |
| • | Well-drained |
