{"product_id":"seed-savers-organic-genovese-basil","title":"Seed Savers Organic Genovese Basil","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis classic large-leaved Italian sweet basil, prized for its flavor and heady aroma, is a top pick for many cooks when making pesto. Fragrant plants grow 18-24\" and produce densely branched plants when pinched back regularly. Can be chopped and frozen in olive oil for winter use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrganic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAnnual plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBest Seller\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlants will grow to 18-24 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSweet, fragrant leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e250 seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis variety works for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFresh eating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe flavor of basil is best when the leaves are fresh. Cooking or heating the leaves will change the flavor so add the leaves at the last minute to warm dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBasil is one of the main ingredients in\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003epesto\u003c\/em\u003e, along with olive oil and garlic. You can also steep the leaves of basil in milk or cream and create basil flavored confections like chocolates or ice cream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#2c4712\" style=\"color: #2c4712;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eInstructions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- Sow seeds outdoors when soil is warm and temperature does not drop below 65°F. Can also be started indoors 4-6 weeks before planting out. Make successive sowings for continuous summer supplies. Pinch back flower stalks as they appear to keep plants from bolting. Prefers rich well-drained soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect Seed: 1\/8\" Deep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGermination: 5-30 Days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThin: 4-6\" Apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight: Full Sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Seed Savers Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44790999974111,"sku":"0271A-P250","price":4.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0022\/3110\/7693\/files\/0271-genovese-basil-herb-organic.jpg?v=1706555583","url":"https:\/\/cuppercreeklandscapes.com\/products\/seed-savers-organic-genovese-basil","provider":"Copper Creek Garden Center","version":"1.0","type":"link"}