Purple Basil is a striking culinary herb cultivated primarily for the dramatic dark purple colour and spicy anise flavour found in its glossy leaves. This aromatic taste, which is slightly sharper than sweet green basil, is released when the leaves are torn or steeped in vinegar. It is traditionally used to make beautiful pink vinegars or as a contrast garnish in caprese salads, where its colour provides a visual pop against fresh mozzarella. This plant is typically grown as a tender annual that requires significant heat to thrive. It is extremely susceptible to cold and will collapse at the first sign of frost. For the best results and the darkest purple colouration, plant it in a location with full sun. It is not drought-tolerant and needs fertile, well-drained soil that is kept consistently moist but not soggy. Please Note: When purchasing plants please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only - The plant will be supplied in a growers pot.
