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Ocimum basilicum 'Genovese'
Common Name:
Sweet basil
Plant Type:
Annual
Family:
Lamiaceae (The Mint Family)
Geographic Origin:
South and southeast Asia
California Native?:
No
Sweet basil
Plant Type:
Annual
Family:
Lamiaceae (The Mint Family)
Geographic Origin:
South and southeast Asia
California Native?:
No
Plant Size:
18-24 inches
Landscape/Garden Uses:
rock gardens
Flowering Season:
Summer
18-24 inches
Landscape/Garden Uses:
rock gardens
Flowering Season:
Summer
Flower Color:
White
Exposure:
Sun or light shade
Soils:
Well-drained soil
White
Exposure:
Sun or light shade
Soils:
Well-drained soil
Suggested Irrigation:
Regular to moderate watering
Estimated Hardiness:
Hardy to 30-32 degrees F.
Regular to moderate watering
Estimated Hardiness:
Hardy to 30-32 degrees F.
Large shiny leaves used for pesto and cooking. This selection slower to flower than some varieties.