{"product_id":"basil-purple-ruffles","title":"Purple Ruffles Basil (Ocimum basilicum ‘Purple Ruffles’)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"370\" data-end=\"743\"\u003ePurple Ruffles Basil (Ocimum basilicum ‘Purple Ruffles’) is an award-winning ornamental herb prized for its dramatic deeply ruffled purple foliage, fragrant leaves, and versatile culinary uses. This unique basil variety combines exceptional garden beauty with the classic sweet basil flavour, making it a favourite for herb gardens, patio containers, and edible landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"745\" data-end=\"1183\"\u003eThe large crinkled leaves feature rich burgundy-purple colouring and a distinctive frilled texture that creates striking contrast in garden beds and mixed planters. The aromatic foliage can be harvested throughout the season for salads, pesto, infused oils, vinegars, garnishes, and other culinary creations. During summer, attractive flower spikes emerge above the foliage and attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1185\" data-end=\"1453\"\u003ePurple Ruffles Basil is valued for both its ornamental appeal and productive growth. Its upright, bushy habit makes it an excellent choice for decorative herb gardens, raised beds, and patio containers where its vibrant foliage provides season-long colour and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1455\" data-end=\"1679\"\u003eIn Alberta, Purple Ruffles Basil performs best in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil and consistent moisture. Regular harvesting encourages fuller growth and helps maintain a continuous supply of fresh aromatic leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Urbane Eight Inc.","offers":[{"title":"4\"","offer_id":49450328621285,"sku":"SP-3463","price":6.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/urbaneeight.com\/products\/basil-purple-ruffles","provider":"Urbane Eight Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}