{"product_id":"thai-basil-thai-large-leaved-basil-plug-plants-uk-grown-herb-plants-copy","title":"Dark Opal Basil Plug Plants – Purple Culinary Basil – UK Grown","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"135\" data-end=\"229\"\u003eStrong UK-grown Dark Opal Basil plug plants, carefully grown and ready to pot on or plant out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"231\" data-end=\"482\"\u003eDark Opal Basil is a beautiful deep purple basil variety with aromatic foliage and pink-purple flowers. It combines ornamental appeal with excellent culinary flavour, making it ideal for herb gardens, patio pots and decorative edible planting schemes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"484\" data-end=\"616\"\u003eThe rich colour contrasts beautifully with green basil varieties and makes an attractive garnish in salads, pasta dishes and drinks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"618\" data-end=\"739\"\u003eThese are supplied as multi-sown plugs, with several seedlings growing together to create fuller, more productive plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"741\" data-end=\"849\"\u003ePerfect for pots, greenhouses, conservatories, windowsills and sunny sheltered outdoor spaces during summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"6d9e4z\" data-start=\"851\" data-end=\"875\"\u003eAbout Dark Opal Basil\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"876\" data-end=\"1147\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1n7hzyi\" data-start=\"876\" data-end=\"906\"\u003eStriking deep purple foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"165zeis\" data-start=\"907\" data-end=\"932\"\u003eAromatic culinary basil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"cz6x9q\" data-start=\"933\" data-end=\"978\"\u003eExcellent for salads, garnishes and cooking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1bsissk\" data-start=\"979\" data-end=\"1014\"\u003eAttractive edible ornamental herb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1mblsr5\" data-start=\"1015\" data-end=\"1046\"\u003eIdeal for pots and containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"3e7off\" data-start=\"1047\" data-end=\"1096\"\u003ePollinator-friendly flowers if allowed to bloom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"rvfuy\" data-start=\"1097\" data-end=\"1147\"\u003eSuitable for greenhouse or sunny outdoor growing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1aqllk4\" data-start=\"1149\" data-end=\"1171\"\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1173\" data-end=\"1312\"\u003eBasil enjoys warmth, sunlight and shelter from cold winds. Pot on into fertile well-drained compost and water regularly during hot weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1314\" data-end=\"1432\"\u003eBest grown in greenhouses, conservatories, sunny patios or warm windowsills. Protect from frost and cold temperatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1434\" data-end=\"1511\"\u003ePinching out the growing tips encourages bushier growth and heavier cropping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"tfec9\" data-start=\"1513\" data-end=\"1537\"\u003eWhat You Will Receive\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1539\" data-end=\"1639\"\u003eYou will receive strong healthy UK-grown multi-sown basil plug plants, carefully packed for posting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1641\" data-end=\"1709\"\u003eEach plug contains approximately 3 basil seedlings growing together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1711\" data-end=\"1813\"\u003ePlants are labelled (see information slip inside the box lid) and arrive with their UK plant passport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1yfaann\" data-start=\"1815\" data-end=\"1849\"\u003eDispatch \u0026amp; Packaging - Free P\u0026amp;P\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1851\" data-end=\"1994\"\u003ePlants are posted carefully packaged to protect them during transit. Orders are sent using Royal Mail Tracked 48 with free UK postage included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1996\" data-end=\"2118\"\u003eWhere possible, we use letterbox-friendly packaging sizes to help avoid missed deliveries and delays in the postal system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2120\" data-end=\"2231\"\u003eAs plants are living items, size and appearance may vary slightly depending on the stage of the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1fakxp0\" data-start=\"2233\" data-end=\"2252\"\u003eAbout Our Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2254\" data-end=\"2427\"\u003eAll plants are grown by us here in the UK on our small Market Garden in Derbyshire from seed or propagation stock — we do not import plants or buy in plug plants for resale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2429\" data-end=\"2677\"\u003eWe carefully pack orders using recycled and recyclable packaging wherever possible. Apart from a small amount of parcel tape and repurposed thin plastic bags used to protect roots in transit, our packaging is paper and card-based and biodegradable.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ready to Grow Plants","offers":[{"title":"3 Plugs","offer_id":53098057138442,"sku":null,"price":6.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"⭐ 6 Plugs (Most Popular)","offer_id":53098057171210,"sku":null,"price":10.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"⭐⭐ 12 Plugs (Best Value)","offer_id":53098057203978,"sku":null,"price":16.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0887\/8342\/1706\/files\/dark-opal-basil2_3c0522c2-fb8b-4778-9894-d20de9f46554.jpg?v=1779719310","url":"https:\/\/readytogrowplants.co.uk\/products\/thai-basil-thai-large-leaved-basil-plug-plants-uk-grown-herb-plants-copy","provider":"Ready to Grow Plants ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}