Basil - Red Lizzy

Basil 'Red Lizzy'

Latin name: Ocimum basilicum L.

Basil 'Red Lizzy' is a beautiful and aromatic variety with dark red to purple leaves and an intense, sweet and spicy scent. It combines the appearance of decorative foliage with the classic basil flavor, making it perfect for both cooking and decoration. It is excellent in salads, pasta dishes, pesto and as a fresh spice in various dishes.

Cultivation information:

• Packaging: 1.5 g seeds
• Sowing time: March–June (pre-cultivation) or May–July (direct sowing)
• Harvest time: June–September
• Sowing depth: 0.5 cm
• Plant distance: 25 cm
• Row spacing: 30 cm
• Height: 30–40 cm
• Location: Sunny and warm
• Soil type: Nutritious, well-drained and moisture-retaining soil
• Watering: Regular, but avoid overwatering

Cultivation tips:

• Can be grown both in pots and outdoors.
• Pinch off the flowers to promote leaf production.
• Protect from cold – thrives best in temperatures above 15°C.

Use: Perfect for pesto, salads, pasta dishes and decoration in cooking.

Basil 'Red Lizzy' is an easy-to-grow and tasty variety with beautiful red leaves - a fantastic combination of decorative appearance and culinary quality!