Purple Rain — Red Basil micro herbsLL–036

Micro Herbs

Purple RainRed Basil Micro Herbs

Ocimum basilicum var. purpurascens

“Sweet basil with a gentle clove spice and deep purple leaves. Naturally rich in antioxidant anthocyanins and vitamin K.”

Catalogue No.
LL–036
Shelf life
Method
Flavour
3/5

Grown to order in Hampshire and delivered to restaurants, chefs and retailers across the South of England. Add Purple Rain to your enquiry sheet and we'll confirm availability and lead times.

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