Genovese Basil

• 100 seeds
• Open pollinated
• Distance between plants - 10-12"
• Full to part sun
• Water every 2-3 days
• Days to maturity - 60-80 days
• Days to germination - 5-14 days
• Height - 18-24"
• Ocimum Basilicum - Lamiaceae

Sow: 6 weeks before last frost or direct seed after last frost ¼’’ deep

Harvest: : Throughout the season

Easy to grow and a good companion in the garden, basil is best used fresh but can be dried down for use as a dry herb. If you want to cook with it, add it during the end of the preparation.

Companion planting = asparagus, beans, beets, cabbage, chili and bell peppers, eggplant, marigolds, oregano, potatoes, tomatoes.