{"product_id":"genovese-basil-seeds-organic","title":"Genovese Basil Seeds (Organic)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGenovese Basil Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e grow the classic organic Italian basil (\u003cem\u003eOcimum basilicum\u003c\/em\u003e) prized for aromatic, sweet, slightly peppery leaves. This heirloom is the go-to variety for pesto, with large green leaves averaging 2 inches long, and it is slow to bolt for a longer productive season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Genovese, \u003cem\u003eOcimum basilicum\u003c\/em\u003e (heirloom, organic)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tender annual herb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 65 to 75 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/4 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing after thinning:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 to 10 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 to 11 days at 75 to 85°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight at maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 to 20 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeeds per packet:\u003c\/strong\u003e about 250 (61,600 per 1\/4 lb bulk)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaking fresh pesto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItalian dishes, sauces, and salads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGarden beds, containers, and windowsills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContinuous harvest with regular pinching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeginner and experienced cooks alike\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to grow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow seed 1\/4 inch deep in full sun once soil warms to 75 to 85°F. Harvest regularly and pinch back to encourage bushy growth and prolong the season before the plant bolts. Basil grows well in beds, containers, or a sunny kitchen windowsill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlavor profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSweet, aromatic, and slightly peppery, the hallmark flavor of authentic Italian pesto.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Grow Organic\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrow Organic supplies organic and non-GMO seeds, amendments, and tools for gardeners who want a chemical-free, productive garden.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Pack","offer_id":50394527629590,"sku":"SNV8000","price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/4 lb","offer_id":50394527662358,"sku":"SNV8000B","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/5555\/8422\/files\/organic-basil-genovese-pack.jpg?v=1755812398","url":"https:\/\/madelines.sbs\/products\/genovese-basil-seeds-organic","provider":"Madeline's","version":"1.0","type":"link"}