Basil Monteverde™ Genovese
General Information
A fast-growing variety with classic Genovese flavor and resistance to downy mildew. Perfect for harvesting throughout summer. Large, cupped, bright green leaves are great chopped fresh and used in pasta dishes or salads, and for making pesto.
Grower Information
Resistant (IR) to downy mildew and features a rich, Genovese basil flavour. Perfect for continual harvest throughout the season. Excellent for chopping fresh and adding to pasta dishes and salads, or for making pesto!
'PAS1699933'
Protection Information: US12,727,567; CPBRAF; UK PBRAF; EU PBRAF
Product Form
Liner
Plug
Prefinished
Seed
Growing Information
Garden Details
Scientific name: Ocimum basilicum
Common Name: Basil
Hardiness Degree: 50°F (10°C)
Blooming Season: Late Spring, Summer, Late Summer
Plant Habit: Upright
Characteristics: Culinary Use, Scented Foliage
Water: Medium
Fertilize: Every two weeks
Spacing: 8 - 12 in. (20 - 30 cm)
Height: 18 - 24 in. (46 - 61 cm)
Width: 10 - 12 in. (25 - 30 cm)
Exposure: Sun
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