
Basil, Botanical Interests Italian Genovese Seeds Organic, (Heirloom)
Botanical Name: Ocimum basilicum
Family: Laminaceae
Native: Probably Africa, but in cultivation for so long that it cannot be verified.
Hardiness: Frost-sensitive annual
Plant Dimensions: 18³-24³ tall, 10³ wide
Variety Information: Large, dark green almond-shaped leaves. This is the true Italian pesto basil from the Genoa area of Italy, pesto capital of the world.
Exposure: Full sun to part shade
Attributes: Good for Containers
There is nothing like the aroma of basil in the summer! Genovese has the traditional fragrance and flavor, making it excellent for almost any basil dish, especially pesto. One of the most useful herbs, it also has beautiful, edible flowers. In a warm, sunny window, basil can grow indoors in the winter! A good container variety.- 6 grams (2,770 seeds)
This packet sows up to 1385 feet