Basil 'Purple Ruffles'

$5.00

Pre-order for local pick-up available as early as April 15.

‘Purple Ruffles’ is a classic red leaf basil variety. It combines two ornamental qualities—red leaves and serrated leaf edges—into one excellent variety. Use ‘Purple Ruffles’ in salads and vinegiarettes for added enjoyment. It has a mild anise flavor, especially as compared to Thai basil. Read more about basil below!

Height & Spread: ~20”

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Pre-order for local pick-up available as early as April 15.

‘Purple Ruffles’ is a classic red leaf basil variety. It combines two ornamental qualities—red leaves and serrated leaf edges—into one excellent variety. Use ‘Purple Ruffles’ in salads and vinegiarettes for added enjoyment. It has a mild anise flavor, especially as compared to Thai basil. Read more about basil below!

Height & Spread: ~20”

Pre-order for local pick-up available as early as April 15.

‘Purple Ruffles’ is a classic red leaf basil variety. It combines two ornamental qualities—red leaves and serrated leaf edges—into one excellent variety. Use ‘Purple Ruffles’ in salads and vinegiarettes for added enjoyment. It has a mild anise flavor, especially as compared to Thai basil. Read more about basil below!

Height & Spread: ~20”

A Note from the Grower

The quintessential fresh herb to have on hand—basil can be used for culinary or ornamental use in the garden. Container or in-ground planting works for this classic. Like it’s relative, mint, basil is best enjoyed fresh but can be dried. I enjoy keeping a vase of cut stems in the kitchen or a potted plant in the windowsill for easy access.

Choose a handful of varieties from my selection to have beautiful caprese salads and vinaigrettes, or select ‘Try Basil’ to get a mix of the best basil flavors, textures and colors all in one! I have 7 varieties up for grabs this year. Enjoy them all! Read up on basil care in the Plant Guide.

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