Basil Monteverde Genovese

Seed supplied as: Raw.

Herb Type : Genovese

Plant Habit : Upright

Colour : Medium Green

Suited For : Fresh cut, hydroponic, pot, processing, roots-on

Disease Resistance : IR: DM

Days to maturity from direct seed : 60-80

Days to maturity from transplant : 20-30

Resists downy mildew for better harvests
Compared to other Genovese basils, NEW Monteverde Genovese lasts longer in the garden due to resistance to basil downy mildew. Added disease resistance means more reliable production of basil plants in all types of growing systems. Consumers will love the continual harvest.

• Resistant 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! 

Vegetable Category

Plant Information

Scientific Name : Ocimum basilicum

Common Name : Basil

Blooming Season : Late Spring, Summer, Late Summer

Plant Habit : Upright

Spacing : 8 - 12" (20 - 30cm)

Height : 18 - 24" (46 - 61cm)

Width : 10 - 12" (25 - 30cm)

Exposure : Sun

'PAS1699933'

Protection Information : US PAF