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Red Ball

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Ocimum basilicum L. Basil · Vegetables · bred by Udo Schäfer

also searched as: ред балл

Variety description

10 August 2026

The plant forms dense, compact, spherical bushes with a diameter of 25–35 cm. The leaves have a rich purple color; however, when shaded, some leaves may acquire a green hue.

The variety is decorative and edible, suitable for cultivation in pots, on windowsills, and balconies, as well as in open field and protected cultivation. Culinary properties correspond to those of classic basil.

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Countries of admission

1 jurisdiction

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Variety in registries Regions of admission, rights holders, and status of plant breeders' rights

Parties

Breeder
Udo Schäfer 18 Developed the variety
Applicant
Herbalea GmbH 11 Submitted the application to the register
Rights holder
Herbalea GmbH 11 Holds the rights to the variety

Plant breeders' rights

The right is granted for a limited term: propagation of the variety requires a license from the rights holder.

European Union № 20102376
Active
  1. Application filed 5 November 2010
  2. Registered 18 March 2013
  3. Currently active indefinite in the register

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