Basil ‘Purple Ball’ Seeds – Ornamental Purple Leaf Culinary Herb, Half-Hardy Annual, Ideal for Pots, Containers, Window Boxes & Edible Gardens, 1 x Packet 15 Seeds, By Thompson & Morgan

• Tiny, deep purple leaves with a clove-like flavour.
• Naturally forms dense, globular-shaped plants.
• Thrives in sunny, warm conditions and shows drought tolerance.
• Extremely ornamental; perfect for containers, window boxes, or edging beds.

Basil ‘Purple Ball’ is an attractive, Greek-style variety that combines culinary value with ornamental appeal. Its small, highly flavoured purple leaves naturally grow into a compact ball, making it an ideal addition to sunny patios, containers, or kitchen windowsills. Not only does it enhance the visual appeal of your garden, but its clove-like aroma complements a wide variety of dishes, especially tomato-based recipes. This half-hardy annual is easy to grow both indoors and outdoors. Its decorative form allows it to double as a foliage filler in colourful bedding displays, while its culinary versatility makes it indispensable for any herb garden. Whether used fresh, dried, or frozen, Basil ‘Purple Ball’ offers both style and flavour in one compact package. How to Grow Light: Full sun is ideal; performs well in warm, bright conditions. Temperature: Germinate at 15–25°C (59–77°F); protect from frost. Watering: Keep compost slightly dry during germination; water moderately once established. Feeding: Use general-purpose fertiliser once plants are established, especially in pots. Humidity: Normal indoor or outdoor humidity is sufficient; avoid excess moisture on leaves. Basil ‘Purple Ball’: Greek-style, clove-flavoured culinary herb with dense purple foliage, perfect for ornamental and edible use.Images shown are for guidance only and show the expected results of plants upon maturity. Different growing conditions might vary results. Image may be included for illustration of supply but can vary due to seasonality changes (e.g. deciduous plants lose leaves in colder months). Decorative pots are not supplied.