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    Basil 'Genovese' or "Sweet Basil"
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    Our Price: $5.95
    ZONE: Annual
    EXPOSURE: Full Sun
    SIZE: 30"H x 8"S
    BLOOM: White, Summer
    POT SIZE: 3.5" Pot

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    Ocimum basilicum

     Basil 'Genovese', also called Sweet Basil, is one of the most popular herb plants that we grow. We grow a lot of  basil plants and this is a favorite for authentic Italian basil flavor and aroma- a must for your culinary herb gardening efforts. 

    Culturally, Genovese Basil is important to Italian cuisine, and traditionally was a symbol of love throughout Italy. When women were preparing for courtship, many would place a potted Genovese outside of their door to signal suitors that they were receptive to their calls. In India, it is considered a sacred herb, and is often dedicated to Vishnu and Krishna.

    A hugely popular culinary herb, the tall and relatively slow to bolt stems on this basil plant bear dark green leaves about 3" long. This is a wonderful pesto basil and our Italian Cuisine Kit is a great starter set for the ambitious chef!


    Basil is also a fantastic companion plant and natural pest repellent. Check out Briscoe's Tips to learn what not to plant near your Basil and how you can use it to keep mosquitoes away this summer!
    Features
    Zone: Annual

    Size
    : 30"H X 8"S

    Light: Full Sun

    Bloom: White, blooms in the Summer

    Uses: Edible aromatic foliage, dark green leaves about 3" long. Yields abundant leaves with authentic Italian basil flavor that tastes great in a pesto sauce. Easy to grow in containers or outdoors.

    Tips: As with most varieties of basil, they love the sun and cannot tolerate cold. If you are keeping it indoors to extend its growing season, make sure it gets lots of light and adequate, but not excessive water. Pinch the flowering tops down to the first set of leaves, or first node, to prolong its usefulness in the kitchen.

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