Genovese Basil - Seed Pack
$6.00Price
Genovese Basil - 50 seeds
Aromatic annual growing to 50cm. Large medium-green shiny leaves that are sweeter and milder in flavour than other common varieties. Slow bolting. Can be grown in containers. Can be used fresh or dried.
METHOD: Raise seedlings
SOWING DEPTH: 2mm
WHEN: Spring and Summer
GERMINATION: 5-10 days @ 18-35°C
HARDINESS: Frost tender annual
PLANT SPACING: 30cm
PLANT HEIGHT: 50cm
POSITION: Full sun, moist well drained soil
DAYS TO MATURITY/FLOWERING: 60-80 days
CARE: Pick regularly to encourage more growth. Keep well watered. Remove flower buds as soon as they appear for continued leaf growth. Protect from aphids, slugs and snails.