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Genovese Basil

Genovese Basil

$2.00
$2.00
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Ships from St. Clair, MI, shipping is the maker's own rate, shown at checkout.

Genovese Basil (Ocimum basilicum) is a popular Italian variety with large, aromatic leaves and a sweet, slightly peppery flavor. A staple of Mediterranean cuisine, it is especially prized for making authentic pesto.

At a glance

  • Botanical name: Ocimum basilicum
  • Heirloom, non-GMO seed
  • Type: Italian culinary basil
  • Large, aromatic leaves
  • Sweet, slightly peppery flavor
  • Great for gardens, greenhouses, and aquaponics
  • Packet price: $2.00

Best for

  • Authentic pesto
  • Pasta and pizza dishes
  • Caprese salads
  • Container and indoor growing
  • Year-round kitchen herbs

How to grow

Start indoors or direct sow after frost in warm, full-sun soil. Pinch tops regularly to keep plants bushy and delay flowering. Harvest leaves often for the best flavor.

Flavor profile

Sweet and aromatic with a gentle peppery note, the classic basil for Italian cooking.

About MIgardener

MIgardener offers heirloom, non-GMO seed varieties at honest prices for home gardeners.

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Product facts

Made by
MIgardener
Maker based in
St. Clair, Michigan
Great for
  • Authentic pesto
  • Pasta and pizza dishes
  • Caprese salads
  • Container and indoor growing
  • Year-round kitchen herbs