Red Basil Plant

Red Basil Plant (Approx.10-20 Seedlings) – Fresh, Aromatic & Perfect for Kitchen Gardens

Red Basil (also known as Purple Basil) is one of the most visually stunning and fragrant herbs you can grow at home. These 10 fresh, disease-free seedlings offered by SeedBeej.pk are carefully nurtured to ensure strong root development and easy transplanting. With deep red-purple leaves, bold aroma, and a sweet slightly spicy flavor, Red Basil quickly becomes a favorite for both garden aesthetics and cooking use.

Growing Red Basil in Pakistan is effortless due to its excellent tolerance to heat and adaptability to both potted and open-soil environments. Whether you’re decorating a balcony garden or enhancing your kitchen herb corner, these seedlings give you fast growth, reliable harvest, and long-lasting fragrance.

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🌿 Key Benefits

• Beautiful ornamental appearance — deep red foliage adds color to any garden

• Rich aroma & strong flavor — perfect for salads, pasta, soups, teas, and garnishing

• Quick-growing — can be harvested within 4–6 weeks

• Heat-tolerant — performs extremely well in Pakistan’s climate

• Beginner-friendly — grows easily in pots, raised beds, or soil

• High survival rate — seedlings are strong, healthy, and acclimated

• Low maintenance — requires minimal watering and care

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🌱 Growth Characteristics

Red Basil seedlings typically arrive at 4–5 inches tall, with healthy stems and broad purple leaves. Mature plants reach around 12–18 inches in height and produce small purple-white flowers (0.5–1 cm).

These seedlings are grown using controlled nursery conditions to ensure maximum vigor. Once transplanted, they adjust quickly and start producing lush foliage within weeks.

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🌤 Perfect For Pakistan’s Weather

Red Basil is perfectly suited for Pakistan’s climate, including cities like Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Multan, and Peshawar. It performs exceptionally well because:

• It thrives in warm to hot temperatures

• It loves full sunlight

• It grows well even in semi-shaded balconies

• It tolerates mild drought better than regular basil

• It prefers well-drained soil, easily available via SeedBeej.pk premium Soil Mix

For best results, pair your seedlings with SeedBeej Organic Compost, Cocopeat, or Potting Mix for enhanced growth and strong aroma.

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🍽 Culinary Uses

Red Basil is widely used in:

• Fresh salads

• Pasta & Italian dishes

• Basil lemonade

• Herbal tea

• Pizza toppings

• Sauces & chutneys

• Thai recipes

Its flavor is slightly sweeter and richer than green basil, making it a unique choice for chefs and home cooks.

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🪴 Planting & Care Tips

• Plant in full sun or partial shade

• Water lightly, avoid waterlogging

• Ensure soil drainage (mix with perlite or cocopeat)

• Start harvesting when plants reach 6–8 inches

• Pinch top leaves to encourage bushy growth

• Protect young seedlings from heavy rain for first 3–4 days

For pest protection, you can safely use SeedBeej.pk’s Neem Oil Spray or Unilan Plus 25% WP for mild issues.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. How soon can I start harvesting Red Basil?
You can start harvesting leaves within 4–6 weeks after transplanting.

2. Can Red Basil survive Pakistan’s hot summer?
Yes! Red Basil is naturally heat-tolerant and thrives even in high temperatures if watered properly.

3. Is Red Basil suitable for pots?
Absolutely. It grows very well in pots, containers, terrace gardens, and balcony gardens.