genovese basil

Basil is commonly used for pesto sauces, pasta, lasagna, pizza and other Italian dishes. This Genovese variety is the best strain for homemade pesto!  Very easy to grow, basil can be grown indoors or outdoors. Packet contains 100 seeds.

Genovese Basil
Ocimum basilicum

Light
• Full sun

Height
• 18-24"| 45-60 cm

Spread
• 10-12" | 25-35 cm

Life Cycle
• Annual

Sowing Method
• Indoor or Outdoor

Difficulty
• Easy

Uses
• Pesto, lasagna, pasta, pizza, salads

Growing Zones
• 3-9