{"product_id":"genovese-basil-seeds-organic","title":"Genovese Basil Seeds (Organic)","description":"\u003cp\u003eGenovese basil is a traditional Italian-type basil with large green leaves, a sweet fragrance, and the familiar flavor associated with fresh pesto. The tender annual fits comfortably into herb beds, vegetable gardens, and containers where it can receive full sun. Leaves average about 2 inches long and can be harvested as needed for pesto, tomato dishes, salads, sauces, and garnishes. This organic seed is a useful choice for gardeners who want a dedicated culinary basil with a 65–75-day maturity range and a compact 12–20-inch mature height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVariety Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eOcimum basilicum\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tender annual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright plants reaching approximately 12–20 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeaves:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large, green leaves averaging about 2 inches long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and aroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet, aromatic basil suited to Italian-style cooking and pesto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePacket:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 250 seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSowing \u0026amp; Growing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75–85°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/4 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–11 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 65–75 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing after thinning:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–10 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCold sensitivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Protect this tender annual from frost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWait for warm conditions before sowing outdoors, or start seed in a protected setting and transplant after cold weather has passed. Give each plant enough room for air movement and branching. Begin picking individual leaves or stem tips once plants are established, taking modest harvests so foliage remains for continued growth. If your priority is leafy production, watch for developing flower stems and harvest before the plants devote more energy to bloom. Containers should have drainage and may need closer moisture monitoring than garden soil. Harvest with clean snips and handle the tender leaves gently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor practical harvest information, read our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/how-to-harvest-annual-and-perennial-herbs\"\u003eguide to harvesting annual and perennial herbs\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Peaceful Valley","offers":[{"title":"Pack","offer_id":41622797615217,"sku":"SNV8000","price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/4 lb","offer_id":41622797582449,"sku":"SNV8000B","price":21.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/organic-basil-genovese-pack.jpg?v=1747080150","url":"https:\/\/www.groworganic.mom\/products\/genovese-basil-seeds-organic","provider":"Grow Organic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}