Basil - Italian Genovese

After 4 to 6 weeks of growth, pinch top to force side growth and prevent early flowering. There is nothing like the smell of basil. Place the Basil seeds in well drained soil with lots of organic matter. Genovese basil will not disappoint the basil lover. Genovese basil has a strong basil flavor and aroma and is a favorite for pesto. Thats a lot of basil. Basil is used in salads; with meats, seafood, eggs and cheeses; in soups and breads; and to season vinegars and oils. Basil should be harvested before the plant flowers. Plant 1 to 2 weeks after the last average frost date. The Basil Genovese Italian, 'Ocimum basilicum', is widely grown in Italy. It has a particularly strong fragrance and flavor making it excellent for almost any basil dish. Cut off any flower stems that appear. This packet contains 1-160 foot row of seeds. Basil is the smell of summer. Basil has been used for centuries by cooks around the world. ... more