Basil 'Red' can be used exactly the same as basil 'Genovese'.It is used widely in pasta, pizzas, seafood and poultry dishes.
Basil 'Red'
Herb
Origin
This particular strain has been developed in Denmark.
Fun Fact
The red/purple colour of this plant comes from a high level of anthocyanin! When Basil 'Red' is cooked, the purple colour disappears and it turns completely green!
Taste Profile
Basil 'Red' is stronger in taste than the common Basil 'Genovese'.
Nutritional Highlights
Vitamins
Minerals
Benefits
Use
Classic use example
Basil 'Red' is often used as an embellishment on a dish, or as an addition in drinks like lemonade and juice.
Special use example
Put Basil 'Red' in a vase as an ornamental plant.
Pairings
Tomatoes
Garlic
Desserts
Cheese
How to harvest
Instructions:
●Remove the bigger plants from the bottom.
(Harvesting Style 3)
or
Cut the plants above the first node (starting from the bottom).
(Harvesting Style 1)
● Remove yellow and dead leaves.
Days until first harvest
Yield per Basket per Week
Storage
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