Basil, Genovese Organic Seeds, 300mg

Ocimum basilicum

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Basil, Genovese Organic Seeds, 300mg

Ocimum basilicum

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USDA Organic Basil Genovese seeds will grow into a large leaf sweet basil plant with a spicy scent.

This basil variety originated from Italy and was selected for the flavor it imparts to pesto. These basil seeds are easy to grow—and basil plants belong in every herb garden because of how productive they are!

Sku: 0911

Common Name: Basil

Botanical Name: Ocimum basilicum

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Safe for bees

Safe
for Bees

Good For Pollinators

Good For Pollinators

Grows best In

Grows
Best In:

Full Sun

Germination

Days to
Germination:

5 - 10 Days

Maturity

Days to
Maturity:

85 Days

Container

Best
Container Size:

12"+

Height

Growing Height:

18 -24"

water Needs

Water
Needs:

Average (1 - 2 in / week)

Plant Lifecycle

Plant
Lifecycle:

Annual

Plant Type

Plant Type:

Herb

Harvest/Bloom Season

Harvest/Bloom
Season:

Spring|Summer|Fall

Growing Season

Growing
Season:

Summer|Fall

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Characteristics: Pet friendly | Low maintenance | Frost sensitive

Color: Green

Fill Weight (grams): 300 mg

Approximate Seed Count: 175 - 200

Flavor: Sweet with a spicy aroma and flavor; it's less likely to become bitter when slow cooking

Preparation Ideas: The rich and pungent flavor of this herb makes it perfect for pesto

Landscape Use: Edible Garden

Resistance: Deer|Rabbit

Package Dimensions: 3.25 x 4.5"

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Start indoors near a sunny window 6 weeks before transplanting to the garden. Or, sow in the garden in full sun when frost danger is over and ground is warm. Performs best in rows 2 feet apart. Thin or transplant plants to 10 inches apart when they are 2 inches tall.

Planting Depth: 0.25"

Seed Spacing: 10"

Nutrient Care Instructions: Apply SUPERthrive once per week. Soak in solution of 1/4 tsp per gal for 15 min. or longer depending on size and type.

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Use leaves fresh or dry for seasoning. Great for a dramatic background.

Harvest Recipes Chevron Down Chevron Forward

Check out our blog for delicious recipes!

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Try our Tomato Bisque From Scratch!

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Free shipping is available on all orders over $35. Orders under $35 have a standard shipping rate of $7.99, but for a limited time, seed-only orders ship for just $2.99—a $5 discount automatically applied at checkout. Most orders are shipped within 2 business days of purchase. However, home décor and embroidered items may take 2–7 business days to ship, depending on the day of the week your order is placed. For more details, please click here to review our Shipping & Returns Policy .

At Ferry Morse, we are proud of our non-GMO & guaranteed fresh seeds.

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Overall rating: 4.861111 / 5 from 36 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

Customers are pleased with the quick germination and high growth rate of these USDA Organic Basil Genovese seeds, which yield a flavorful basil plant perfect for pesto. The basil is noted for its freshness and health benefits, though it takes 85 days to harvest.

Summary topics

  • Germination Rate: 17%
  • Growth Speed: 24%
  • Basil Freshness: 27%

Review topics: [packaging, results, speed, seeds, basil, growing, germination, variety, sprouts, brand, seedlings, see, plants, experience, taste].

Review highlights

  • "Basil sprouted quickly and is growing beautifully." — Erink65
  • "Outside, on the other hand, the basil has been growing just fine." — Kellywbdb0
  • "Finally I can see seedlings" — Ajay S.

Reviews

Good purchase

"As described/fast ship A+A+"

— George L. (5/5)

Pretty package poor results

"Unfortunately I have not had a good experience with your seeds. The replacement seeds did sprout but did not thrive. They grew thin and wilted. Of all that I planted there are two little ones that look like they might grow but the other four types never made it to an inch tall"

— Arlene C. (5/5)

Wonderful

"I’m so happy with this special delivery! I am very pleased that it is organic! I was looking to grow some herbs this summer and these came right in time! Highly recommend !"

— Kaleighelizabeth (5/5)

Quick and high germination rate

"These seeds germinated pretty quickly, like a day before the package said. There was a good germination rate. I am not able to tell you if I have enjoyed the basil yet because they are not ready to harvest yet. I planted them in a pot on the windowsill."

— Marissas82 (5/5)

USDA Organic and this plant is loved by pollinators.

"I've added 100% USDA organic non gmo Genevieve Basil to my potted garden. The basil germinated in about 10 days and can be harvested in 85 days. In my area we will still have weather warm enough through October so this is perfect. We make so many things with basil I was so happy to receive these complimentary seeds from Ferry-Morse and Influenster."

— Maryc7ac7 (5/5)

natural products

"Everyone who cares about their health should eat organic food whenever possible. Therefore, this year I began to grow greens myself on the balcony. these seeds are easy to plant in pots on the balcony, basil and parsley grow very quickly, I add them to salads, they have a rich taste, now I have my own garden"

— Reginak45 (5/5)

Very quick to sprout with perfect germination rate

"These basil seeds sprouted very quickly, about a week after I planted them. I was impressed that everyone I planted sprouted. I love the packaging and that they are organic. I am very excited to watch them grow and to harvest and try out the basil! I live in a northern climate and they seem to be doing well so far!"

— Lauraz107 (5/5)

Good for outdoor growing

"This basil was marked as a container variety, so I thought I’d try to grow it indoors. Did NOT work. It was in an east-facing window with lots of other houseplants that have been doing very well. However, it seems that was still not enough sun for the basil to grow. It was very thin and leggy and eventually ended up dying. Outside, on the other hand, the basil has been growing just fine. It’s been growing slowly but steadily and doing well even though we’ve had a lot of very hot days lately. Overall, I’d recommend these seeds for outdoor use, but not for indoor use."

— Kellywbdb0 (4/5)

Cute little plants!!

"I received Ferry-Morse Basil instead of the Lavender but that's okay with me as I would've picked it as my second choice. The seeds came in a secure little envelope which was easy to pour out and into the soil. I used an indoor planter and the seeds have already started growing producing little Basil plants! I can't wait to be able to use it!!"

— Stashayac91 (5/5)

Good quality basil

"I have grown many Ferry Morse seeds in the last few years and they’ve all been good growers/producers. One thing to note is these seeds do need to be started inside for 6 weeks so that is something that needs to be planned ahead for. I don’t notice any difference in taste or quantity of leaves between the organic and regular variety, so I will probably opt for the regular variety in the future. I have only grown this basil indoors so I cannot attest to how it does outside."

— Katienellis (5/5)

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