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Organic Basil 'Genovese' – 100 Seeds
Organic Basil 'Genovese' – 100 Seeds
- 🌱 Grown & tested in our Texas garden
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Genovese Basil growing facts
| Botanical name | Ocimum basilicum 'Genovese' |
|---|---|
| Plant type | Warm-season annual |
| When to sow | Indoors 6 weeks before last frost, or outdoors 1–2 weeks after last frost |
| Sowing depth | 1/4 inch |
| Spacing | 12 inches |
| Germination | 5–10 days at 70°F or warmer |
| Sun | Full sun |
| Days to harvest | 60–70 days |
| Seeds per pack | 100 |
| Shipping | Ships from Texas within 1–2 business days |
Genovese Basil (Ocimum basilicum 'Genovese') – The Classic Italian Basil
Genovese Basil is the gold standard when it comes to sweet basil varieties—rich in flavor, aromatic, and essential in traditional Italian cuisine. With its large, dark green, slightly crinkled leaves, this heirloom variety is perfect for making authentic pesto, Caprese salads, and fresh pasta sauces.
Key Features:
🌿 Authentic Italian Flavor – Sweet, slightly spicy, and intensely aromatic.
🌿 Perfect for Pesto – The #1 choice for making classic Genovese pesto.
🌿 Prolific Producer – Fast-growing and high-yielding with proper pinching.
🌿 Loves the Sun – Thrives in full sun with rich, well-drained soil.
🌿 Container Friendly – Great for garden beds, pots, or windowsills.
How to Use Genovese Basil
- Fresh: Add to salads, sandwiches, or as a pizza topping.
- Blended: Make fresh pesto, herb oils, or compound butters.
- Infused: Steep in olive oil or vinegar for a flavorful twist.
Growing Tips:
- Harvest regularly to encourage bushier growth.
- Pinch off flowers to keep the plant producing flavorful leaves.
- Best grown in warm weather—plant after the last frost for optimal results.
Fragrant, flavorful, and easy to grow, Genovese Basil is a culinary essential that brings the taste of Italy straight to your kitchen garden. Buon appetito! 🍃🇮🇹
Genovese Basil FAQ
When should I plant basil?
Sow or transplant 1–2 weeks after last frost once soil warms. Basil thrives in summer heat; warm regions can resow through July.
Can I grow basil in a container?
Yes. A 6–8 inch pot in full sun works well; water when the top inch is dry.
How do I keep basil producing?
Pinch off flower buds and harvest tips regularly to keep the plant bushy and leafy.
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Exactly what I wanted. Shipping was fine and product matched the listing.
Good germination so far. Excited to grow these in my raised beds this season.
Good germination so far. Excited to grow these in my raised beds this season.