{"product_id":"dark-purple-opal-basil-ocimum-basilicum-dark-opal-seeds","title":"Dark Purple Opal Basil (Ocimum basilicum 'Dark Opal') Seeds","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"847\" data-end=\"1238\"\u003eDark Purple Opal Basil (\u003cem data-start=\"871\" data-end=\"901\"\u003eOcimum basilicum ‘Dark Opal’\u003c\/em\u003e) is a striking ornamental basil variety with deep purple foliage and pink flower spikes. This non-GMO annual adds bold color contrast to containers, borders, herb gardens, and pollinator landscapes. 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