Tourne-Sol Basil Genovese Pkg.

How many seeds: 400

Scientific Name: Ocimum basilicum

Common Name: Genovese Basil

Exposure: Full sun

Height: 18 to 24 inches

Width: 12 to 18 inches

Spacing: 8 to 12 inches between plants

Attracts: Bees and beneficial insects when flowering

Use: Fresh culinary use, pesto, drying, container growing

Plant Habit:
Warm-season, bushy annual herb

Harvest: 60 to 75 days from sowing; harvest regularly by pinching stems to encourage branching

Companion Plants: Tomatoes, peppers, lettuce, oregano 

General Information: Tourne-Sol Genovese Basil is a classic Italian variety prized for its large, aromatic leaves and rich flavour. Best grown in warm temperatures with full sun and fertile, well-drained soil. Regular harvesting and removal of flower buds help maintain leaf quality and prolong production throughout the season.