BASIL, GENOVESE – Ocimum basilicum
Annual / Full Sun
Organically Certified Seeds / Open-Pollinated / Untreated / GMO Free
Genovese basil is a flavorful herb prized for its sweet, slightly peppery taste, making it ideal for Italian dishes like pesto, pasta, and Caprese salad. Medicinally, it is known for its digestive benefits, anti-inflammatory properties, and ability to reduce stress and support immune health.
APPEARANCE: Lush, aromatic herb with vibrant green leaves that have a slightly wrinkled texture and an ovate shape, tapering to a point. The leaves are glossy, about 2–3 inches long, and grow in opposite pairs along square, green stems. The plant reaches about 18–24 inches in height and develops small, white, tubular flowers on tall spikes when it begins to bolt. Its overall appearance is bushy and compact, with a rich, sweet fragrance that hints at its culinary use.
GROWING INFORMATION: Annual, 70 days to maturity. Plant prefers full sun, rich garden soil and frequent watering. Sow in spring in a seedbed or pots. Barely cover seed, tamp securely and keep evenly moist and in the light until germination, which takes about a week. Thin or transplant to 1 foot apart. Harvest prior to flowering.
USES: Great in salads and Italian dishes. Basil is known for its digestive benefits, anti-inflammatory properties, and ability to reduce stress and support immune health.
100 Organically Certified Seeds per package