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nic's Basil 'Red Rubin'
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TimelineCare instructions for Basil 'Red Rubin'
Specific Variety / Cultivar Information for Red Rubin 
These instructions are for this specific cultivar / variety.
How to keep Red Rubin happy
Pinch terminal shoots to encourage branching.
Harvest leaves before flowering occurs, or they will be bitter.
How to sow and germinate Red Rubin
Cover with finely sieved compost.
How to transplant Red Rubin
Plant out when frost risk has passed.
How long does Red Rubin take to grow?
These estimates for how long Basil 'Red Rubin' takes to sprout, grow and harvest are from real observations from real gardeners, right around the world. Start logging and journaling your observations to participate!
How to harvest Basil
Companion plants for Basil
These plants will grow well with Basil:
chamomile, anise
Repellent plants for Basil
These plants will not grow well with Basil so avoid planting these within close proximity:
common rue, sage
Common Basil pests
These pests are known to attack Basil plants:
Common Basil diseases & problems
These problems and diseases are known to effect Basil plants:
When should I sow or plant Red Rubin?
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