Genovese Basil Seeds
Easy to Grow
Non-GMO & Natural
High Germination Rate
Loved by Chefs
Herb Seed: Genovese Basil
Non-GMO | Open-Pollinated | Classic Italian pesto basil
The Culinary Edge
Genovese Basil is the classic sweet basil for pesto, caprese, pasta, and summer kitchen gardens. It grows broad, glossy, tender green leaves with the rich clove-anise aroma cooks expect from true Italian-style basil.
100+ Seeds per Packet
At A Glance
| Flavor Profile | Sweet basil, clove, anise, fresh green spice |
|---|---|
| Visual Contrast | Large glossy bright green oval leaves with a gently cupped surface |
| Maturity | 60-70 days; baby leaf harvest earlier |
| Quantity | 100+ premium seeds per packet |
Flavor Profile
- Classic pesto aroma: Big sweet basil perfume with the familiar clove-anise warmth.
- Tender summer leaf: Broad leaves are easy to harvest whole, tear fresh, or slice into chiffonade.
Culinary Versatility
- The pesto basil: The standard choice for pesto, basil oil, and herb-forward sauces.
- The tomato partner: Use fresh with tomatoes, mozzarella, grilled vegetables, pasta, and pizza.
- The cut-and-come-again herb: Pinch regularly for branching plants and steady kitchen harvests.
Growing Notes
- Warm-season annual herb; sow indoors before transplanting or direct sow once soil is warm.
- Pinch growing tips often to encourage branching and delay flowering.
- Harvest before flowering for the sweetest leaf quality and strongest culinary aroma.
Genovese Basil Seeds
Seeds of Aroma & Flavor
Herbs Worth Growing
From classic basil and parsley to specialty shiso, sorrel, and lemon balm, herbs bring the garden directly into the kitchen. Our herb seeds are selected for strong germination, healthy growth, and vivid aroma, giving home gardeners and chefs dependable harvests for fresh cooking, drying, teas, sauces, and finishing plates.
From Garden to Kitchen
Premium Culinary Herb Varieties
Open-pollinated and non-GMO, our herb seeds are chosen for flavour, fragrance, and practical culinary use. Grow familiar kitchen staples alongside rare and global herbs that add depth to salads, soups, sauces, teas, pickles, and refined plating. With Casa Verde, you are growing more than garnish - you are growing the aromatic backbone of memorable food.
Frequent Asked Questions
Q: Are your herb seeds good for containers and small gardens?
Yes. Many herbs grow beautifully in containers, raised beds, and compact kitchen gardens when given bright light, steady moisture, and regular harvesting.
Q: Which herbs are best for fresh cooking?
Basil, parsley, chives, coriander, shiso, sorrel, and lemon balm all bring fresh aroma and flavour to everyday cooking, salads, sauces, teas, and finishing touches.
Q: Can herbs be harvested more than once?
Most leafy herbs can be cut repeatedly when harvested gently. Regular picking encourages fuller growth and keeps the plants productive through the season.
Q: Do you offer rare or specialty herb varieties?
Yes. Alongside classic culinary herbs, we curate specialty varieties for chefs and adventurous gardeners looking for distinctive aroma, colour, and flavour.