Ocimum basilicum ‘Black Promise’ - busuioc frunze purpurii, aroma intensa (cultura biologica)

Ocimum basilicum 'Black Promise' is a spectacular variety of basil, appreciated both as an aromatic and ornamental plant. Its large, velvety leaves are a dark purple, almost black, providing a strong contrast in the garden or in decorative pots. The aroma is intense, typical of basil, suitable for Mediterranean culinary preparations.

🌿 Botanical characteristics:

• Full name: Ocimum basilicum 'Black Promise'

• Common name: Black basil

• Family: Lamiaceae

• Growth type: Annual aromatic plant

• Leaves: Large, dark purple to black, very decorative and aromatic

• Flowers: Pinkish-white, appear in summer; attractive to bees

🌞 Growing conditions:

• Light: Prefers full sun for intensely colored foliage

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained, rich in organic matter

• Watering: Regular, without excess; the soil should be kept slightly moist.

• Minimum resistance temperature: Does not tolerate cold below 10°C; is grown as an annual in Romania

✨ Advantages and uses:

• Aromatic plant, the leaves can be used fresh or dried in salads, sauces, pasta, pesto

• Ornamental plant with purple-black foliage, ideal for decorative pots and mixed beds

• Honey plant, flowers attract bees and other beneficial insects

• Strong contrast with green plants, adding aesthetic value to the garden

⚠️ Note: Basil is sensitive to cold and is only grown in the warm season; for maximum productivity, pinch the tops to stimulate branching and delay flowering.

Height with pot included: approx. 20-25 cm
The appearance of the plant changes depending on the season, leaf maturity, pruning, etc.