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Basil Everleaf Genovese Seeds

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Elevate Your Garden with Basil Everleaf Genovese Seeds 🌿

Experience the joy of fresh, aromatic basil all season long with Basil Everleaf Genovese Seeds. This exceptional variety is perfect for those who value both beauty and practicality in their garden. With its compact, well-branched growth and vibrant green leaves, it not only enhances your garden's aesthetic but also provides a steady supply of delicious basil for your culinary adventures.

🌟 Features & Benefits:

  • Compact & Tidy Growth: This variety is designed to stay neat and orderly, whether planted in the ground or in containers. Its short internodes and excellent branching ensure a beautiful columnar shape.
  • Long Harvest Period: Enjoy a continuous harvest of flavourful basil from spring to autumn, perfect for your favourite dishes, from pesto to salads.
  • Resistant to Common Diseases: With intermediate resistance to Downy Mildew and standard resistance to Fusarium, you can grow this basil with confidence, knowing it will thrive even in challenging conditions.
  • Aromatic & Flavourful: The rich Genovese flavour makes this basil ideal for a variety of culinary uses, bringing the authentic taste of Italy to your kitchen.

🌱 Growing Information:

  • Plant Type: Herb
  • Scientific Name: Ocimum basilicum
  • Sowing Time: Spring to Autumn
  • Position: Full Sun
  • Sow Depth: 0.5 cm
  • Spacing: 40 cm apart
  • Germination: 7 to 14 days
  • Days to Harvest: 60 to 90 days

🌞 How to Grow Your Basil Everleaf Genovese:

  1. Planting: Sow your seeds 0.5 cm deep in well-drained soil, ensuring they are spaced 40 cm apart for optimal growth.
  2. Sunlight: Place in a sunny spot to encourage lush, aromatic leaves.
  3. Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged to prevent root rot.
  4. Harvesting: Begin harvesting when the plants are around 15 cm tall. Regularly pick the leaves to encourage new growth and prolong the harvest season.

🍃 Why Choose Basil Everleaf Genovese?

If you love fresh basil but want a plant that’s as low-maintenance as it is productive, Basil Everleaf Genovese is your perfect match. Its disease resistance, compact growth, and exceptional flavour make it a must-have in any herb garden. Whether you're an experienced gardener or just starting, this basil will make your gardening experience more rewarding.

🌟 Bring the Taste of Italy to Your Garden!

Add the unmistakable flavour of Genovese basil to your culinary creations with Basil Everleaf Genovese Seeds. Perfect for gardeners who appreciate a tidy, productive plant that delivers on taste and ease of care.

Plant Information

Plant Type: Herb

Scientific name: Ocimum basilicum

Growing Information

General Sowing Time: Spring to Autumn

Position: Full Sun

Sow Depth: 0,5 cm

Spacing: 40 cm

Germination: 7 to 14 days

Days to Harvest: 60 to 90

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