Purple basil cultivation methods and precautions

1. Soil

The soil for cultivating purple basil should be sandy loam. This kind of soil is fertile, has a thick soil layer and good drainage performance. Using this kind of soil to grow purple basil is very helpful for its growth and development.

2. Water

It is drought tolerant but not waterlogged. When watering, you should control the amount of water. When the soil layer becomes dry, water it appropriately to make the soil layer moist. The watering time is not very fixed. Generally, it is enough to water it twice a week. On rainy days, the water should be drained in time to avoid root rot and affect its normal growth.

3. Temperature

Purple basil is a plant that thrives in high temperature and humidity environments. It has very strict temperature requirements during cultivation and can only grow well when the temperature is around 20℃. If the temperature is too high or too low, it will affect the normal growth of purple basil, so the temperature should be controlled.

4. Lighting

Purple basil is a plant that likes warmth and has a great demand for light. Placing it in a location with better light can promote its absorption of light. In winter, the growth rate of the plant will slow down, and it should be given sufficient sunlight at this time.