Sweet Genovese Basil – Aromatic Culinary Herb for Home & Urban Gardens

Basil 'Sweet Genovese' is a highly aromatic sweet basil plant known for its sweet, clove-like flavour and vibrant green leaves, making it a favourite among basil plants for sale UK. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced gardener, this genovese basil variety thrives in various settings, including urban gardens and small spaces.

Growing Conditions

Sunlight: Requires full sun for optimal growth.
Soil: Prefers well-drained, moist soil.
Planting Tips: Space plants adequately in garden beds or containers; suitable for windowsills.
Watering: Maintain moderate moisture by watering regularly without overwatering.
Maintenance: Regular pruning and removing flowers enhance flavour and promote bushy growth.

Culinary Uses

Dishes: Perfect for pesto, salads, pasta, and infused oils.
Usage Tips: Add fresh basil at the last minute for maximum flavour and incorporate dried basil early in cooking.

Medicinal Benefits

Basil 'Sweet Genovese' can help relieve mouth ulcers, acne, constipation, and flatulence. Additionally, it naturally deters pests like flies, aphids, and whiteflies, keeping your garden healthy.

Product Variants

Available as plugs, strong seedlings, and pre-fed 9cm pots, ensuring robust roots and healthy starter plants for a thriving basil garden.

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Type:

Plugs Pots

Size:

4 x Plug Plants 8 x Plug Plants 2 x 9cm Pots 4 x 9cm Pots

Details

'Sweet Genovese' basil is known for its large, aromatic leaves that are perfect for culinary use. It thrives in sunny locations and is ideal for garden beds, containers, and windowsills.

Grows best in full sun and well-drained soil
Ideal for garden beds, containers, and windowsills
Produces large, aromatic leaves
Perfect for culinary use, especially in Italian dishes

What's Included

Plugs: Start with a pack of strong seedlings. They have robust roots and are ready to plant in your garden or pots. Perfect for early garden starts.

Pots: Get big, ready-to-grow plants in 9cm pots. Plant them in your garden or larger pots right away. They're bigger and stronger than plug plants. Pre-fed and watered for healthier plants from the start.

Delivery & Guarantee

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Care Information

Sunlight	Full Sun
Position	Sheltered
Soil	Well-drained soil
Planting Time	Late spring
Moisture	Moderate
Hardiness	Fully hardy
Growth Rate	Medium
Spacing	15-20cm
Height and Spread	30cm x 30cm
Annual or Perennial	Annual

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Plant Information

How To Plant

Plant Care

Basil is perfect for adding a burst of fresh flavour to your dishes, thriving in the sun and producing vibrant green leaves from spring to autumn.

Grows best in full sun and well-drained soil
Perfect for both garden beds, containers, and windowsills
Produces vibrant green leaves with a sweet, peppery flavour
Great for culinary use, especially in Italian dishes, pesto, and salads

Basil is perfect for adding a burst of fresh flavour to your dishes, thriving in the sun and producing vibrant green leaves from spring to autumn.

Grows best in full sun and well-drained soil
Perfect for both garden beds, containers, and windowsills
Produces vibrant green leaves with a sweet, peppery flavour
Great for culinary use, especially in Italian dishes, pesto, and salads

Planting Time	March to July
Sunlight & Positioning	sunny sheltered spot
Where to Plant	pots or in ground
Growing Location	outdoors and indoors

Planting Time	March to July
Sunlight & Positioning	sunny sheltered spot
Where to Plant	pots or in ground
Growing Location	outdoors and indoors

Choose a sunny, sheltered area for Basil, whether in the garden or in pots or containers. Keep them well-watered and ensure the soil is fertile and well-drained.

Basil plants need warmth and sun, so choose a sunny spot with good direct sunlight
Add compost or organic matter to soil before planting to provide nutrients and structure
Use pots at least 20cm wide with drainage holes and quality compost if container growing
Water well both before and after planting; space plants adequately to avoid overcrowding

Choose a sunny, sheltered area for Basil, whether in the garden or in pots or containers. Keep them well-watered and ensure the soil is fertile and well-drained.

Basil plants need warmth and sun, so choose a sunny spot with good direct sunlight
Add compost or organic matter to soil before planting to provide nutrients and structure
Use pots at least 20cm wide with drainage holes and quality compost if container growing
Water well both before and after planting; space plants adequately to avoid overcrowding

Right Planting Spot	Sunny sheltered spot
Soil Preparation	Direct sow outside in rows
How To Plant	Sparsely in pots
Spacing	25x25 cm

Right Planting Spot	Sunny sheltered spot
Soil Preparation	Direct sow outside in rows
How To Plant	Sparsely in pots
Spacing	25x25 cm

Basil grows robustly and produces an abundance of vibrant green leaves. With good light and minimal care, you’ll soon be enjoying a plentiful harvest for your culinary needs.

Water regularly during the first growing season to establish roots. Once established, water only during dry periods
Pinch back the top leaves regularly to encourage bushy growth and prevent flowering
Check for pests like aphids; treat with soapy water and remove any unhealthy leaves
Harvest leaves regularly for culinary use; use fresh or dry for later use

Basil grows robustly and produces an abundance of vibrant green leaves. With good light and minimal care, you’ll soon be enjoying a plentiful harvest for your culinary needs.

Water regularly during the first growing season to establish roots. Once established, water only during dry periods
Pinch back the top leaves regularly to encourage bushy growth and prevent flowering
Check for pests like aphids; treat with soapy water and remove any unhealthy leaves
Harvest leaves regularly for culinary use; use fresh or dry for later use

Right Sunlight and Position	Sunny sheltered spot
Watering and Feeding	Avoid waterlogging, feed monthly
Support and Pruning	Pinch tips for bushier growth
Additional Tips	Avoid cold drafts, grows indoors

Right Sunlight and Position	Sunny sheltered spot
Watering and Feeding	Avoid waterlogging, feed monthly
Support and Pruning	Pinch tips for bushier growth
Additional Tips	Avoid cold drafts, grows indoors