Italian Basil 'Classic Genovese' (Ocimum basilicum), offered by Weston Seeds
Italian Basil 'Classic Genovese' is a traditional Italian variety, prized for its medium-sized (5 cm / 2") dark green leaves, which are highly aromatic and spicy in flavour. Perfect for pesto and Mediterranean cooking, this basil is vigorous, late to go to seed and adapts well to containers, both indoors and outdoors.
Characteristics of the variety:
Life cycle : Annual
Plant height : 45 to 60 cm (18 to 24 inches)
Spacing between plants : 30 to 45 cm (12 to 18 inches)
Exposure : Full sun
Sowing : Indoor or direct sowing
Days to maturity : 60 to 80 days
Quantity per pack : 1000 to 1500 untreated, non-GMO seeds
Cultivation method:
Sow directly outdoors in late May, after all risk of frost, then every two weeks through August to extend the harvest. For an early start, start indoors a few weeks before the last frost date, then transplant outdoors when temperatures stabilize.
Basil prefers well-drained soil and full sun exposure. In winter, it can be grown indoors on a bright windowsill or under grow lights. Water regularly to keep the soil slightly moist.
A versatile and prolific basil!
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Italian Basil 'Classic Genovese' (Ocimum basilicum), offered by Weston Seeds
Italian Basil 'Classic Genovese' is a traditional Italian variety , prized for its medium-sized (5 cm / 2") dark green leaves , which are highly aromatic and spicy in flavour . Perfect for pesto and Mediterranean cooking , this basil is vigorous, late to go to seed and adapts well to containers , both indoors and outdoors .
Characteristics of the variety
Life cycle : Annual
Plant height : 45 to 60 cm (18 to 24 inches)
Spacing between plants : 30 to 45 cm (12 to 18 inches)
Exposure : Full sun
Sowing : Indoor or direct sowing
Days to maturity : 60 to 80 days
Quantity per pack : nd
Cultivation method:
Sow directly outdoors in late May, after all risk of frost, then every two weeks through August to extend the harvest. For an early start, start indoors a few weeks before the last frost date, then transplant outdoors when temperatures stabilize.
Basil prefers well-drained soil and full sun exposure. In winter, it can be grown indoors on a bright windowsill or under grow lights. Water regularly to keep the soil slightly moist.
A versatile and prolific basil!
Ideal for the pots, gardens and indoor growing, Italian basil 'Classic Genovese' is a vigorous and easy-care plant. Its intense flavor and powerful aroma make it a must-have for lovers of Italian cuisine and gardeners looking for a fresh herb all year round.
