Genovese Basil Seeds - Heirloom Basil for your Culinary Garden!

Bring the fresh, aromatic flavor to your garden with our Genovese Basil Seeds! Genovese basil is renowned for its rich aroma and bold, sweet flavor, making it a must-have herb for any kitchen garden. This easy-to-grow classic variety is great in garden beds, containers, or indoor pots. Grow the perfect herb for adding to pasta dishes, salads, and pesto. Plant Basics: Germination: 5-7 days Days to Harvest: 60-90 days Plant Depth: 1/2 inch Size: 2-3 feet tall Sun: Full sun Yield: 3 inch fresh deep green leaves Growing Instructions: Direct sow: Plant seeds 1/2 inch deep in well-draining soil after the last frost. Allow 18 inches between rows. Transplant: Start seeds indoors 6 weeks before the last frost, then transplant to garden after frost has passed. Care: Keep soil consistently moist and provide ample sunlight for optimal growth. Harvest: For best taste, harvest when leaves reach about 3 inches long. Leaves can be harvested at any time by clipping the largest leaves and leaving at least 2/3 of the plant to encourage continued growth. All of our seeds are: •GMO Free •Open Pollinator •American grown FREE SHIPPING - orders of $35+ $3.99 flat-rate shipping on all orders under $35. Additional growing instructions, tips and recipes on our website. Growing information provided for informational purposes only. Please message with any questions.