Classic Italian basil with large aromatic leaves considered the best for making pesto - the Genovese variety has been grown since the 1860's to make the pesto that Genoa is famous for. Excellent companion plant for tomatoes. Grows to a height of 30 cm. Annual. Full sun to part shade in a sheltered position in moist well-drained soil. Sow direct or raise seedlings, in late Spring-Summer after the last frost. Sowing depth: 2mm.
