Genovese Basil (Ocimum basilicum)

A beloved Italian basil bursting with sweet, brilliant flavor. Delicious in pesto, salads, marinades, and sauces. Hardy and easy to grow. Valued for its anti-inflammatory properties and often used as a digestive aid. A terrific companion plant for tomatoes and peppers.

• 100 seeds minimum
• Germination: 7-10 days
• Maturity: 60-80 days
• Direct sow in full sun 1/4 deep after last frost or start indoors 5-6 weeks prior to last frost. Harden off seedlings before transplanting.
• Basil prefers well-drained soil.
• Space plants 8 apart; space rows 18-24 apart.