Basil - Herb , Sweet Genovese - Large Leaf

Ocimum basilicum, Italian (Genoa) Pesto Basil, The smell of basil is the smell of summer, originally from the city of Genoa, this classic uniform, large, dark, 2-inch leaf, Italian sweet basil is prized for its spicy flavour, wonderful aroma & world re-owned for making Pesto sauce, plus its edible flowers are tasty in salads. Fragrant plants grow 18-20". To encourage a bushy, healthy plant, don't be afraid to prune constantly, Annual, A good container variety. Sunny, warm spot, Seed Count Approx - 300 avg

 SOWING - Basils grow best in a sunny WARM location and need well-drained, rich soil. Plants started indoors and hardened off in Late Spring can be planted outside to their permanent location & spaced about 12 inches apart. Annual - Not Hardy