{"product_id":"genovese-ocimum-basilicum-basil-seeds-for-sale","title":"Genovese Ocimum Basilicum Basil Seeds for Sale","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n\/* =========================================\n   SEED ORGANICA - REUSABLE PRODUCT DESIGN\n========================================= *\/\n\n.eg-product {\n  --eg-green: #08764f;\n  --eg-dark: #07583e;\n  --eg-text: #46574e;\n  --eg-muted: #64736a;\n  --eg-border: #d9e7de;\n  --eg-soft: #f3f8f4;\n  --eg-white: #ffffff;\n\n  width: 100%;\n  max-width: 1200px;\n  min-width: 0;\n  margin: 0 auto;\n  padding: 22px 14px;\n  color: var(--eg-text);\n  font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\n  font-size: 15px;\n  line-height: 1.8;\n  box-sizing: border-box;\n  overflow-wrap: anywhere;\n}\n\n.eg-product *,\n.eg-product *::before,\n.eg-product *::after {\n  box-sizing: border-box;\n}\n\n.eg-product h1,\n.eg-product h2,\n.eg-product h3,\n.eg-product p {\n  margin-top: 0;\n}\n\n.eg-product h2 {\n  margin: 38px 0 20px;\n  color: var(--eg-dark);\n  font-size: 29px;\n  font-weight: 700;\n  line-height: 1.35;\n  letter-spacing: -0.4px;\n  text-align: center;\n}\n\n.eg-product h2::after {\n  content: \"\";\n  display: block;\n  width: 48px;\n  height: 3px;\n  margin: 12px auto 0;\n  border-radius: 4px;\n  background: #39a675;\n}\n\n\/* 1. 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PRODUCT INTRODUCTION --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"eg-intro\"\u003e\n  \u003ch1\u003eGenovese Ocimum Basilicum Basil Seeds\u003c\/h1\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Genovese Basil, scientifically known as \u003cem\u003eOcimum basilicum\u003c\/em\u003e, is a popular culinary herb valued for its large, aromatic green leaves and classic Italian basil flavor. This traditional sweet basil variety is widely used in pesto, pasta sauces, salads, and Mediterranean dishes. It grows well in garden beds, raised beds, and containers when provided with warm temperatures, sufficient sunlight, fertile soil, and regular watering.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"eg-badges\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"eg-badge\"\u003eItalian Genovese Basil\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"eg-badge\"\u003eAromatic Green Leaves\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"eg-badge\"\u003eCulinary Herb\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"eg-badge\"\u003eContainer Gardening\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- 2. KEY FEATURES --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"eg-feature-grid\"\u003e\n  \u003carticle class=\"eg-feature\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eLarge Green Leaves\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      Produces broad, tender green leaves valued for their fresh appearance and culinary versatility.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/article\u003e\n  \u003carticle class=\"eg-feature\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eClassic Italian Flavor\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      Offers a sweet, aromatic basil flavor suitable for pesto, pasta, sauces, salads, and other savory dishes.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/article\u003e\n  \u003carticle class=\"eg-feature\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eWarm-Season Herb\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      Grows best in warm conditions with adequate sunlight and protection from cold temperatures.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/article\u003e\n  \u003carticle class=\"eg-feature\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eSuitable for Containers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      Can be grown in garden beds, raised beds, pots, and containers with proper drainage.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- 3. PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"eg-highlights\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"eg-highlight\"\u003eTraditional Genovese basil variety\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"eg-highlight\"\u003eLarge, aromatic green leaves\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"eg-highlight\"\u003eClassic Italian culinary herb\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"eg-highlight\"\u003eIdeal for homemade pesto\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"eg-highlight\"\u003eSuitable for pasta and sauces\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"eg-highlight\"\u003eCan be grown in pots and gardens\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"eg-highlight\"\u003ePrefers warm growing conditions\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"eg-highlight\"\u003eRegular harvesting encourages branching\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- 4. SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"eg-spec-table\"\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003eOcimum basilicum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVariety\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eGenovese Basil\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eGenovese Basil; Sweet Basil; Italian Basil\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Family\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eLamiaceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eAnnual culinary herb\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eHerb Seeds\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeaf Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eGreen\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeaf Characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBroad, tender, aromatic leaves\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003ePesto, pasta, sauces, salads, and fresh culinary preparations\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eGenerally grown as an annual; perennial survival depends on frost-free conditions\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Season\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSpring through summer in temperate climates; warm periods in tropical climates\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Starting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSow in a warm seed-starting medium and lightly cover with soil\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eTypically 5–10 days under suitable conditions\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eApproximately 20–25°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eFull sun, with afternoon shade beneficial in very hot climates\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eFertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eWater regularly to maintain even soil moisture without waterlogging\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Plant Height\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eApproximately 30–60 cm, depending on growing conditions\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Spacing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eApproximately 20–30 cm between plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eHarvest leaves regularly once the plants are established\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- 5. GROWING GUIDE --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"eg-guide\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"eg-guide-step\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eStep 1: Prepare the Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    Choose a warm location and prepare a clean seed tray or planting container filled with a fine-textured, well-drained seed-starting mix.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"eg-guide-step\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eStep 2: Sow the Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    Sow the basil seeds shallowly and cover them lightly with a thin layer of growing medium. Keep the soil evenly moist without saturating it.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"eg-guide-step\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eStep 3: Provide Warmth and Light\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    Maintain a temperature of approximately 20–25°C for germination. After seedlings emerge, provide plenty of light to encourage compact, healthy growth.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"eg-guide-step\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eStep 4: Transplant the Seedlings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    Move established seedlings into garden beds or containers when conditions are consistently warm. Space plants approximately 20–30 cm apart.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"eg-guide-step\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eStep 5: Maintain and Harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    Water regularly, remove weeds, and pinch growing tips to encourage branching. Harvest individual leaves or stem tips as needed, and remove flower buds if the goal is continued leaf production.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- 6. CLOSING BANNER --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"eg-closing\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eGrow Fresh Genovese Basil at Home\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Enjoy the classic aroma and flavor of Genovese Basil with a homegrown supply of fresh green leaves for pesto, pasta, salads, and everyday cooking. With warm temperatures, sufficient sunlight, well-drained soil, and regular harvesting, this versatile culinary herb can thrive in kitchen gardens and containers.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- 7. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"eg-faq\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"eg-faq-intro\"\u003e\n    Discover how to grow Genovese Basil, harvest its aromatic leaves, and use this traditional Italian herb in your kitchen.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails class=\"eg-faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat makes Genovese Basil different from regular sweet basil?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"eg-faq-answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        Genovese Basil is a traditional Italian type of sweet basil known for its broad, tender leaves and distinctive aromatic flavor. It is especially popular for making pesto and preparing Italian dishes. Exact leaf size, flavor intensity, and growth habit can vary with the seed strain and growing conditions.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails class=\"eg-faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhen should you harvest Genovese Basil leaves for pesto?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"eg-faq-answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        Begin harvesting once the plant is well established and has developed several sets of healthy leaves. Pick fresh leaves or pinch stem tips above a pair of leaves to encourage branching. Harvesting before extensive flowering helps maintain tender foliage for pesto, sauces, and other fresh recipes.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails class=\"eg-faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eCan Genovese Basil grow in pots during hot weather?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"eg-faq-answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        Yes, Genovese Basil grows well in containers during warm weather when the pots have adequate drainage. Provide several hours of sunlight, use fertile potting soil, and water when the surface begins to dry. In very hot climates, afternoon shade can help reduce heat stress and prevent the soil from drying out too quickly.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Organi Seeds","offers":[{"title":"100 Pcs","offer_id":67833635012845,"sku":"SU_OS_00316","price":16.99,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true},{"title":"500 Pcs","offer_id":67833635045613,"sku":"SU_OS_00317","price":50.45,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000 Pcs","offer_id":67833635078381,"sku":"SU_OS_00318","price":90.32,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0840\/3268\/4269\/files\/Genovese_Ocimum_Basilicum_Basil_Seeds.jpg?v=1793174159","url":"https:\/\/organiseeds.com\/products\/genovese-ocimum-basilicum-basil-seeds-for-sale","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}