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FEATURES | - Genovese Sweet Basil
- Proper name is Ocimum Basilicum
- Height is 14 to 20 inches
- Matures in 65 to 75 days
- 100 seeds
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Product Description
Genovese Sweet Basil
Ocimum basilicum
14-20 in.
Perfect for pesto because of its concentrated flavor, the medium-large leaves have a fine, sweet fragrance. Spicy, edible flowers accent a salad. Tall, relatively uniform, slow to bolt. Sow 1-2 seeds per inch in garden when danger of frost has passed, or start indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost date. Requires warm conditions for germination and growth. Basils are very susceptible to cold soil and frosts. Harvesting tips. Pinch off flower heads to keep productive. Harvest leaves during season, entire plant first frost.
Planting Depth: 1/4"-1/2"
Soil Temp. for Germ.: 70-90 degrees F
Days to Germ.: 6-12
Plant Spacing: 8"-12"
Days to Maturity: 65-75
Full Sun to Part Shade
Moderate Water |
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