{"product_id":"basil-crimson-king","title":"Basil 'Crimson King'","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"52\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"20\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ocimum basilicum 'Crimson King'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"54\" data-end=\"89\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"54\" data-end=\"70\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crimson King Basil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"91\" data-end=\"113\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"91\" data-end=\"104\"\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"115\" data-end=\"150\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"115\" data-end=\"126\"\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18–24 inches (45–60 cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"152\" data-end=\"186\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"152\" data-end=\"162\"\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12–18 inches (30–45 cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"188\" data-end=\"224\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"188\" data-end=\"200\"\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12–18 inches (30–45 cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"226\" data-end=\"266\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"226\" data-end=\"239\"\u003eAttracts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bees and other pollinators\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"268\" data-end=\"333\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"268\" data-end=\"280\"\u003eFlavour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Similar to sweet basil with a slightly spicier taste\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"335\" data-end=\"463\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"335\" data-end=\"343\"\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Culinary applications such as pesto, salads, and garnishes; also used as an ornamental plant due to its vibrant foliage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"465\" data-end=\"496\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"465\" data-end=\"481\"\u003ePlant Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, bushy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"498\" data-end=\"636\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"498\" data-end=\"510\"\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Begin harvesting leaves once the plant reaches about 6 inches (15 cm) in height; regular harvesting encourages bushier growth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"638\" data-end=\"701\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"638\" data-end=\"659\"\u003eCompanion Plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tomatoes, peppers, oregano, and marigolds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"1002\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"727\"\u003eGeneral Information:\u003c\/strong\u003e 'Crimson King' is a variety of basil known for its striking dark purple leaves, adding both colour and flavour to dishes. It thrives in warm, sunny locations with well-drained soil. Regular pinching of flower buds is recommended to promote leaf production and prevent bolting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #1f2124;\"\u003eImages Courtesy Of Ball Horticultural Company \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi;\"\u003eof Ball Seed or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.ballseed.com\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ewww.ballseed.com\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Scott's Nursery Ltd.","offers":[{"title":"3.5\" Pot","offer_id":43432797864073,"sku":"G14272","price":5.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0373\/3576\/1033\/files\/dispthumb_e8ab4548-3db2-4331-b4db-92dba4396d98.jpg?v=1782568388","url":"https:\/\/www.scottsnurseryonline.com\/products\/basil-crimson-king","provider":"Scott's Nursery Ltd. ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}