Basil, Ocimum basilicum, Studio shot of green coloured herb against purple background.

Basil, Ocimum basilicum, Tray of purple herbs next to various green varieties.

Purple Basil, Ocimum basilicum purpurescens growing in bright pink wellington boot at Hampton Court 2009. Capital Growth Incentive volunteers edible balconies.

Basil, Ocimum basilicum 'Purple Ruffles', Purple basil.

Mustard greens growing with Purple basil.