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Product Description
Add bold color and rich flavor to your herb garden with Basil 'Red Freddy' Herb Seeds (Ocimum basilicum). This striking variety features deep burgundy leaves with a spicy-sweet aroma and a hint of clove, making it as beautiful as it is delicious. Perfect for culinary use in salads, pesto, pasta, and garnishes, 'Red Freddy' also adds a dramatic pop of color to ornamental beds and containers. With premium-quality seeds and excellent germination, it’s a standout for gardeners and food lovers alike.
Thriving in full sun and well-drained soil, 'Red Freddy' is easy to grow and thrives in both garden beds and pots. Its vibrant foliage attracts pollinators and makes an eye-catching addition to edible landscapes. Start from seed and enjoy the beauty, flavor, and versatility of this unique basil in your garden and kitchen.

Life Cycle
Annual
Planting Season
Spring to Summer
Growth Habit
Bushy, upright
Flavor Profile
Spicy, clove-like
Plant Characteristics
Deep red leaves, aromatic
Use
Culinary, ornamental, pollinator-friendly
Growing Conditions
Warm, sunny, well-drained
Harvest Advantages
Fast-growing, high yield
Plant Resistance
Heat-tolerant, pest-resistant
Ocimum basilicum 'Red Freddy'
Seed Names
Red Freddy Basil, Purple Basil
Seed Type
Open-pollinated
'Red Freddy' Basil is a stunning cultivar with rich burgundy-purple leaves and a bold, spicy aroma. Perfect for adding visual flair to herb gardens or culinary dishes, it performs well in warm climates and is attractive to bees and butterflies.
Light Requirement
Full sun
Planting Depth
1/4 inch
Sowing Method
Direct sow or start indoors
Plant Spacing
10–12 inches
Days to Maturity
60–75 days
Soil Preparation
Fertile, well-drained soil
Hardiness Zones
9 to 11 (annual elsewhere)
Water Needs
Moderate
Planting Season
Spring to Summer
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
100
Up to 100 sq ft
500
Up to 500 sq ft
1000
Up to 1,000 sq ft
Basil 'Red Freddy' Herb Seeds for Planting – Heirloom وNon-GMO وEasy to Grow grows best in well-drained soil with moderate sunlight. It prefers mild temperatures and regular watering to keep the soil moist but not soggy.
Generally وBasil 'Red Freddy' Herb Seeds for Planting – Heirloom وNon-GMO وEasy to Grow seeds germinate within 14–30 days when kept in warm and moist soil conditions. Patience and consistent care yield the best results.
For Basil 'Red Freddy' Herb Seeds for Planting – Heirloom وNon-GMO وEasy to Grow وkeep the soil evenly moist by watering 2–3 times a week depending on the weather. Avoid overwatering as it can lead to root rot.
Yes وBasil 'Red Freddy' Herb Seeds for Planting – Heirloom وNon-GMO وEasy to Grow can be grown in containers. Choose a pot with drainage holes and use nutrient-rich soil. Ensure the plant gets partial to full sunlight daily.
You can start observing healthy growth from Basil 'Red Freddy' Herb Seeds for Planting – Heirloom وNon-GMO وEasy to Grow after 6–8 weeks. Mature plants can be pruned or harvested as needed based on their type and use.