3 600 Genovese Basil Heirloom Herb Seeds for Planting

Bring authentic Italian flavor home with seeds basil for classic Genovese Basil, a sweet heirloom from the coastal provinces around Genoa. This cultivar stays savory and aromatic without minty notes, making standout pesto, Caprese salads, tomato pasta, and pizza. Ocimum basilicum 'Genovese' grows as a compact, bushy annual herb, typically 12-24 inches tall and 9-12 inches wide, with large dark-green leaves about 1-2 inches across. For the best fresh basil, provide full sun, fertile well-drained soil, and steady moisture at 65-80°F; basil is susceptible to overwatering, mildew, and mold. Native to warm, humid regions, it thrives in many temperate climates with regular moisture and no extremes in heat or cold. For pots on a sunny windowsill or a kitchen garden, start indoors 6-8 weeks before the final frost, or sow outdoors after frost. Plant 4-6 basil seed per cell and cover 1/4-1/2 inch deep; thin to 1-2 plants per pot or every 9-12 inches once true leaves form, then harden off before transplanting. Expect leafy production in about 60-90 days. Pinch and prune about once a month before summer bloom to keep plants vigorous, often yielding 7-8 cuttings. If soil is not fertile, a shot of liquid nitrogen fertilizer at pruning time helps recovery. Dry leaves for fresh herbs, or freeze pesto in ice-cube trays. Make the final harvest before the first fall frost. Genovese is also a practical companion near tomatoes in containers, offering bold flavor and natural insect-repellent benefits. These Non-GMO, open-pollinated gardening seeds are ideal for gardening and suit any herb grower stocking herb seeds. Also searched as semillas de albahaca or semilla de albahaca, they’re perfect for cooks who want basil seeds to eat, brew as basil tea, and share. Can be a great addition to herb seeds variety pack.