🌿 Basil ‘Vintage from Genova’ Seeds | Intense Aroma Genovese Basil | Franchi Seeds

• Basil ‘Vintage from Genova’ (Ocimum basilicum) is a classic Genovese basil prized for its intense, authentic aroma and robust flavour. This mid-early variety produces lush, brilliant green leaves that are the essential ingredient for perfect pesto, Caprese salads, and pasta sauces. Highly adaptable, it thrives in pots on a sunny windowsill or outdoors in the garden, providing a long harvest of the most fragrant leaves. A true taste of Italy for your kitchen.

🌱 Sow Feb-Jul indoors or under cover. Transplant after frost.
☀️ Requires full sun and warmth. A sheltered, sunny spot is ideal.
💧 Water regularly at the base. Keep soil moist but not waterlogged.
📏 Forms bushy plants. Pinch out tips to encourage leaf production.

Bullet Technical Data
🌱 Depth: Lightly cover, 0.5 cm
📅 Sow: February to July
☀️ Light: Full sun
🌡️ Germ: 7-14 days at 18-25°C
📏 Height: 30-50 cm
🪴 Space: 25-30 cm apart
⏳ Harvest: April to November (with protection)
🪙 Seeds: Information not provided

Tips & Tricks
For the best flavour, pinch off flower buds as soon as they appear. Grow in pots for easy movement to the sunniest spot. To prevent bolting in summer heat, ensure consistent moisture and provide light afternoon shade. Perfect for a sunny kitchen windowsill.

Garden-to-Table Recipe
Classic Genovese Pesto alla Trapanese

• 50g ‘Vintage from Genova’ basil leaves

• 50g toasted almonds

• 1 garlic clove

• 60g grated Pecorino cheese

• 120ml extra virgin olive oil

• Salt to taste

1. In a food processor, blend basil, almonds, and garlic until finely chopped.

2. Add cheese and blend briefly.

3. With the motor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until emulsified.

4. Season with salt.
   Toss with hot pasta, spread on sandwiches, or use as a marinade. A Sicilian twist on classic pesto.