{"product_id":"genovese-basil-seeds_1","title":"4000 Genovese Basil Seeds | Large Leaf | Pesto | NON-GMO","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"101\" data-end=\"151\"\u003eClassic Italian Herb | Perfect for Pesto \u0026amp; Cooking\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"153\" data-end=\"424\"\u003eGrow one of the most popular culinary herbs with \u003cstrong data-start=\"202\" data-end=\"220\"\u003eGenovese Basil\u003c\/strong\u003e, the classic Italian basil prized for its rich aroma and delicious flavor. This traditional variety produces large, tender leaves that are perfect for \u003cstrong data-start=\"372\" data-end=\"423\"\u003epesto, pasta, salads, sauces, and fresh cooking\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"426\" data-end=\"647\"\u003eGenovese basil is a fast-growing herb that thrives in warm, sunny gardens and containers. 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production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"4du4p9\" data-start=\"1748\" data-end=\"1764\"\u003e🌿 Perfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1766\" data-end=\"1873\"\u003eHerb gardens\u003cbr data-start=\"1780\" data-end=\"1783\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1766\" data-end=\"1873\"\u003eContainer gardening\u003cbr data-start=\"1804\" data-end=\"1807\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1766\" data-end=\"1873\"\u003eKitchen gardens\u003cbr data-start=\"1824\" data-end=\"1827\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1766\" data-end=\"1873\"\u003eFresh cooking\u003cbr data-start=\"1842\" data-end=\"1845\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1766\" data-end=\"1873\"\u003ePesto and Italian dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 83, 73);\"\u003e❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1912\" data-end=\"2040\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1912\" data-end=\"1951\"\u003eWhat is Genovese basil used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1951\" data-end=\"1954\"\u003eIt is the classic basil used for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1987\" data-end=\"2039\"\u003epesto, pasta sauces, salads, and Italian cooking\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2042\" data-end=\"2142\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2042\" data-end=\"2078\"\u003eCan basil grow in containers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2078\" data-end=\"2081\"\u003eYes, basil grows very well in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2111\" data-end=\"2141\"\u003epots and container gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2144\" data-end=\"2243\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2144\" data-end=\"2184\"\u003eHow long does basil take to grow?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2184\" data-end=\"2187\"\u003eGenovese basil can be harvested in about \u003cstrong 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