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Ellagance Purple — Herbs | DarkGrow Seed Bank

Name: Ellagance Purple
Brand: DarkGrow Seed Bank

100-110days to harvest

7-14 daysdays to germinate

Z5–9USDA zones

Easydifficulty

Heirloom

Sowing

Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost, press seeds lightly into moist seed-starting mix, keep at 70°F with consistent moisture. Transplant after last frost date. Alternatively, direct sow outdoors after all frost danger has passed.

Cultivation

Sun: Full sun to partial shade (4-6+ hours)
Water: Regular during establishment; moderate and drought-tolerant once established
Soil: Well-draining soil, tolerates various soil types; benefits from compost amendment
Spacing: 18-24 inches
Height: 12-24 inches
Season: Perennial

Appearance & flavour

Colour: Deep purple
Shape: Dense flower spikes
Flavour: Sweet and floral with subtle herbal notes; pairs well with citrus, berries, nuts, mint, and cinnamon

In the kitchen

Edible flower garnish for desserts and baked goods, herbal infusions and teas, decorated cheese boards, cocktail garnish, sugared flowers, infused vinegars

Pests, disease & resistance

Pests: Aphids, spider mites, whiteflies (in warm climates)
Diseases: Powdery mildew (in humid conditions), root rot (if overwatered)

Planting calendar by USDA zone

Zone	Start indoors	Transplant	Direct sow	Harvest
3	April – May	June – July	—	July – October
4	March – April	June – July	—	July – October
5	March – April	May – June	—	June – October
6	March – April	May – June	—	June – November
7	February – March	April – June	—	June – November
8	February – March	April – May	—	May – December
9	January – February	March – April	—	April – December
10	January	February – April	—	April – December

Companion planting

8 beneficial pairings indexed for this variety, 3 to avoid.

BasilRepels aphids and thrips while attracting beneficial pollinators

MarigoldDeters nematodes and aphids with natural pest-repelling compounds

ChivesRepels aphids and other soft-bodied insects with sulfur compounds

NasturtiumActs as trap crop for aphids and cucumber beetles

OreganoRepels ants and aphids while attracting beneficial insects

ParsleyAttracts beneficial wasps and hoverflies that control pests

LavenderRepels moths, fleas, and flies with aromatic essential oils

RosemaryDeters cabbage moths and carrot flies with strong fragrance

Avoid

Black WalnutProduces juglone toxin that inhibits growth of many plants

FennelAllelopathic properties inhibit growth of most neighboring plants

MintAggressive spreading root system competes for nutrients and space

Nutrition (per 100 g)

Calories (per 100 g): 23
Protein (g): 3.15
Fat (g): 0.64
Carbohydrate (g): 2.65
Fibre (g): 1.6
Sugars (g): 0.3
Vitamin A (µg): 264
Vitamin C (mg): 18
Vitamin E (mg): 0.8
Vitamin K (µg): 415
Vitamin B6 (mg): 0.155
Folate (µg): 68
Calcium (mg): 177
Iron (mg): 3.17
Magnesium (mg): 64
Phosphorus (mg): 56
Potassium (mg): 295
Zinc (mg): 0.81
Selenium (µg): 0.3

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Growing it? There is a full cultivation guide at the herbs growing guide.

Cultivar facts compiled from public horticultural references including USDA GRIN and NC State Extension. Descriptions are original to this catalogue.

Sowing

Cultivation

Appearance & flavour

In the kitchen

Pests, disease & resistance

Planting calendar by USDA zone

Companion planting

Avoid

Nutrition (per 100 g)

Where to buy seed and equipment

Grown Ellagance Purple?

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