{"product_id":"basil-seeds-ravenna","title":"Basil Seeds - Ravenna","description":"\u003cp\u003e65-75 days to maturity. \u003cem\u003eOcimum basilicum\u003c\/em\u003e. Ravenna Basil Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, open-pollinated. This basil is suitable for growing in containers, garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. Ravenna is a richly colored basil selected for compact, high-density branching and very slow bolting. Its deep red leaves add ornamental appeal to herb beds and patio planters while still offering the fresh basil harvest gardeners want for kitchen use. This variety is especially well-suited to containers and repeated cutting of short, tender stems through warm weather. Approx. 18,000 seeds\/oz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!--split--\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/the-herb-growing-guide-from-true-leaf-market\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDownload Free Herb Growing Guide PDF\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!--attr--\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cem\u003eOcimum basilicum\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual in zones 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 65-75\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Germination:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5-10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeeding Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.25 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Sow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStart Indoors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, 4-6 weeks before transplanting outdoors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8-12 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRow Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12-18 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12-18 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10-14 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistant:\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fertile, well-drained soil with even moisture and moderate organic matter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warmer 70-85 F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70-75 F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePests and Diseases:\u003c\/strong\u003e Watch for aphids, Japanese beetles, and fungal disease in crowded or wet conditions. Good airflow and regular harvesting help maintain quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety Type Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety Type Flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet, aromatic basil flavor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGarden Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Greenhouse, Garden Plot, Raised Bed, Container\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimate Tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--endattr--\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Ravenna Basil in the Herb Garden\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRavenna basil can be direct sown after all danger of frost has passed. Still, many gardeners prefer to start it indoors 4-6 weeks before transplanting for earlier, more uniform planting. Sow seeds 0.25 inch deep and keep the soil warm and evenly moist during germination. Space plants 8-12 inches apart in rows 12-18 inches apart so each plant has room to branch and fill out. Choose a site with full sun and fertile, well-drained soil for the strongest color and best flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBasil grows best in warm weather and should not be planted out until temperatures have settled. Once established, pinch the growing tips regularly to encourage branching and delay flowering. Because Ravenna is described as very slow to bolt, it is especially useful for gardeners who want a longer cutting window from compact plants. Keep the soil evenly moist but not soggy, and avoid crowded conditions that can reduce airflow. This variety is a natural fit for containers, patio planters, and repeated fresh-cut harvests of short, tender stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHarvesting Ravenna Basil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBegin harvesting once plants are established and have enough growth to support repeated cutting. Snip stems just above a leaf pair to encourage bushier regrowth. Harvest often for the best tenderness and color, and remove flower buds if they appear to keep leaf production going as long as possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Ravenna Basil Garden Seeds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRavenna stands out for its deep red foliage, which gives it ornamental value as well as kitchen usefulness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeeds by Design specifically describes it as very slow to bolt and well-suited to containers and fresh-cut production. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts compact, high-density branching habit makes it a practical choice for gardeners who want tidy plants and repeated harvests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis type is especially attractive in mixed herb plantings where foliage color matters as much as flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTips From Our Gardeners\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColored basil plants really shine when they get full sun and steady warmth, so do not rush them into cold weather. Pinch often, keep them cut, and enjoy the extra-long harvest window that comes from a naturally slow-to-bolt plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 20.7517%;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" height=\"89\" width=\"89\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2016\/2681\/files\/jerry-sawyer-compressed.jpg?v=1653940293\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 75.2483%;\"\u003e \u003cem\u003e- Jerry Sawyer, True Leaf Market Writer\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eRavenna Basil Seeds Per Package:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 g Packet - Approximately 1,270 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 oz - Bulk - Approximately 18,000 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 oz - Bulk - Approximately 72,370 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 lb - Wholesale - Approximately 289,000 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNon-GMO Ravenna Basil seeds are available for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/trueleafmarket.com\/pages\/shipping-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFast Free Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e on qualifying orders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--split--\u003e\n\n","brand":"Mountain Valley Seed Company","offers":[{"title":"2g Packet","offer_id":45174916415603,"sku":"83814","price":5.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":45174916448371,"sku":"83815","price":59.57,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":45174916481139,"sku":"83816","price":186.94,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1 lb","offer_id":45174916513907,"sku":"64553","price":606.58,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2016\/2681\/files\/1782920703_herb_basil_ravenna_comp_147a2c28-4dc0-47d0-90f7-216e0f6241da.jpg?v=1783360136","url":"https:\/\/store.trueleafmarket.com\/products\/basil-seeds-ravenna","provider":"True Leaf Market","version":"1.0","type":"link"}