Basil, Genovese Sweet Seed Packets

A classic pesto basil! This herb gives you a double dose of both fragrance and flavor. Sweet Genovese basil seeds are a wonderful choice for growing both inside and outside.

Growing Instructions:
To start inside, plant sweet Genovese basil seeds 1/4 inch deep in starting mix. Transplant 10" apart after all danger of frost has passed. To start outside, plant in late spring when danger of frost has passed. Thin to 10" apart. Great for both containers and gardens! Sweet basil seeds are very frost sensitive.

Seed Information:
Lifecycle: Annual
Time to Maturity: About 2 1/2 months
Sun Requirement: Sun
Spacing: 8"
Depth: 1/4 inch
320-330 Sweet Basil Seeds Per Packet
Bloom Season: Summer
Height: 2-3 feet
Seeds/Oz: 10,000
Ideal Germination Temperature: 65°F
Sowing Method: Transplant
Seed Count: Approx. 290 seeds per 400mg

Uses:
Edible, dried, container, indoor/outdoor

Additional Information:
Plant Scientific Name: Ocimum basilicum
Packet size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

Check out a fun pesto recipe from our How to Garden Blog here.

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