{"product_id":"basil-genovese","title":"Basil - Genovese","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGenovese\u003c\/strong\u003e is a classic sweet variety and one of the most full flavored basils with a rich aroma. Genovese is preferred in Italian cuisine due to having more of a savory note than the minty variety. The large 2\" long, dark green leaves have a spicy sweet flavor and fragrance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA perfect variety for containers!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe taste of Genovese basil has been described as having hints of mint and clove while at the same time being peppery and spicy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenovese basil has leaves that are slightly larger than sweet basil; further, they are flatter and come to a point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are excellent for pesto, caprese salad, and other dishes that require large, fresh basil leaves. In fact, Genovese basil uses are much the same as with any other sweet basil plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Count: 0.800g approx. 550+ seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSow seed:\u003c\/strong\u003e in sunny location after the danger of frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFull Sun:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8-12 hrs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/4\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest in Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3-10\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCan be started indoors and set out after last frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTIP: Quickly remove flowers to prolong the harvest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePinch back plants to encourage bushy growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can preserve the leaves in loose bunches or add whole to oils.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bear Mountain Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46450958696505,"sku":null,"price":2.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0819\/4182\/3545\/files\/Basil_-_Genovese.webp?v=1788657094","url":"https:\/\/bearmountainseeds.com\/products\/basil-genovese","provider":"Bear Mountain Seeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}