{"product_id":"pelleted-seed-herb-basil-genovese-4-non-gmo-heirloom-seed-sizes-available","title":"Pelleted Seed Herb Basil Genovese 4 Non-GMO, Heirloom Seed Sizes Available","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrow fragrant, pesto-ready \u003cstrong style=\"color: #006400;\"\u003eGenovese Basil\u003c\/strong\u003e with the convenience of multi-seed pellets. This Compact Genovese Improved basil has cupped, dark green leaves measuring 2 to 3 inches and the excellent flavor of a traditional pesto type. Multi-seed pellets make sowing easier for container and hydroponic production, with approximately \u003cstrong\u003e5 to 6 seeds per pellet\u003c\/strong\u003e. Four package sizes are available.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePellet details:\u003c\/strong\u003e Conventional seed with conventional pelleting. This seed is not NOP-compliant. Pellets are approximately size 8.0 to 10.0, measuring 3.5 to 4.0 millimeters in diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"color: #006400; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eGermination Rate: 99%. Test Date: 10\/26. JSS.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eCulinary Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh pesto:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blend harvested basil leaves with olive oil, garlic, nuts, and cheese for a classic sauce.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTomato dishes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add fresh leaves to tomato salads, sandwiches, and pasta for fragrant basil flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinishing herb:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tear leaves over pizza or stir into sauces near the end of cooking to preserve their aroma.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvested leaves only:\u003c\/strong\u003e Culinary suggestions refer to basil you grow and harvest, not the pelleted planting seeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eMedicinal Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBasil has a history of traditional herbal use. This variety is offered as a culinary garden herb, not as a treatment for any medical condition. No medicinal benefit is claimed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eGrowing Directions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-seed sowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow one pellet per 2 1\/2-inch container or growing-media cube for the production method described for this variety. Each pellet can produce a small cluster of seedlings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMoisture for pellets:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water thoroughly after sowing and keep the pellet and growing medium consistently moist during germination so the coating can break down. Avoid waterlogging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarm growing conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start in a warm, bright location. Move plants outdoors only after frost danger has passed and conditions have warmed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight and drainage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide a sunny growing position and fertile, well-drained growing medium. Containers need drainage holes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHydroponic growing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for hydroponic production; use the nutrient and watering program appropriate to your growing system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOngoing care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly, feed according to your growing medium or system, and allow airflow around plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pinch growing tips to encourage branching and remove flower buds when growing for leaf harvest. Leave enough foliage for continued growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidsgardenseeds.com\/blogs\/news\/everything-you-need-to-know-about-pelleted-seeds\" style=\"color: #0000ee; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eLearn more about pelleted seeds.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eWhy Choose David's Garden Seeds®?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVeteran-Owned:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplying premium seeds since 2009.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGO TEXAN Certified:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supporting local agriculture and communities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrity Pledge:\u003c\/strong\u003e David's Garden Seeds has taken the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidsgardenseeds.com\/blogs\/news\/safe-seed-pledge\" style=\"color: #0000ee; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSeed Integrity Pledge\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat Customer Service:\u003c\/strong\u003e David answers all customer service questions, usually within a few minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center; color: #d00000; font-weight: 700;\"\u003eOrder Genovese Basil Pelleted Seeds Today\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; color: #d00000; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eChoose your package size and grow fresh Genovese basil for your kitchen with convenient multi-seed pellets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eImportant Disclaimer\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pelleted seeds are for planting, not eating. Grow and harvest the leaves for culinary use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMultiple seeds per pellet:\u003c\/strong\u003e These are multi-seed pellets containing approximately 5 to 6 seeds each, not single-seed pellets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConventional pelleting:\u003c\/strong\u003e This seed is not NOP-compliant and is not offered as certified organic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety Disclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Growth, flavor, and harvest timing vary with climate, growing conditions, and care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store unused pellets in a cool, dry place away from heat and moisture. Handle gently to protect the coating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Follow local frost dates and packet directions for your growing area.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; color: #006400; font-weight: bold; font-style: italic;\"\u003eGrow something beautiful. Grow something delicious. Grow with David's Garden Seeds®.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eRecipe: Fresh Genovese Basil Pesto\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTurn your harvested Genovese basil leaves into a fragrant sauce for pasta, sandwiches, or roasted vegetables. This recipe uses fresh leaves grown from the seeds, never the pelleted planting seeds. Makes approximately 1 cup. Preparation: 15 minutes. No cooking required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 cups packed fresh Genovese basil leaves, rinsed and dried\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/3 cup pine nuts or walnuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 garlic cloves, peeled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, optional\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/4 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFreshly ground black pepper, to taste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eDirections\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove tough stems from the basil. Rinse the leaves under running water and dry thoroughly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the nuts and garlic in a food processor and pulse until finely chopped.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd the basil and pulse in short bursts, scraping down the bowl as needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith the processor running briefly, slowly add the olive oil until the sauce reaches your preferred texture. Avoid prolonged blending.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransfer to a bowl and stir in Parmesan, optional lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eToss with freshly cooked pasta, loosening with a little hot pasta water as needed, or spoon over vegetables and sandwiches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eOptions and Storage\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a nut-free version, omit the nuts and adjust the oil to your preferred texture. Refrigerate promptly in a covered container at 40°F or below and use within 3 days, or freeze in small portions for later use. Do not store homemade pesto at room temperature. Contains milk and nuts when prepared as written.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"David's Garden Seeds®","offers":[{"title":"60 Seeds","offer_id":50881012138241,"sku":"3188JSS-1","price":6.56,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"80 Seeds","offer_id":50881012171009,"sku":"3188JSS-2","price":7.11,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 Seeds","offer_id":50881012203777,"sku":"3188JSS-3","price":8.21,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200 Seeds","offer_id":50881012236545,"sku":"3188JSS-4","price":13.16,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/4659\/7796\/files\/pelleted-seed-herb-basil-genovese-cutting-board.png?v=1792515632","url":"https:\/\/davidsgardenseeds.com\/en-ca\/products\/pelleted-seed-herb-basil-genovese-4-non-gmo-heirloom-seed-sizes-available","provider":"David's Garden Seeds®","version":"1.0","type":"link"}