{"product_id":"basilic-genovese-ab","title":"BASIL GENOVESE AB","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"160\" data-end=\"541\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"163\" data-end=\"183\"\u003eGenovese Basil\u003c\/strong\u003e , native to \u003cstrong data-start=\"199\" data-end=\"218\"\u003eGenoa, Italy\u003c\/strong\u003e , is a variety highly valued for its intense fragrance. Its \u003cstrong data-start=\"280\" data-end=\"301\"\u003eglossy, embossed leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e are large and broad, offering a beautiful texture and a unique flavor. This basil is particularly \u003cstrong data-start=\"420\" data-end=\"446\"\u003einteresting for cooking\u003c\/strong\u003e , especially for making the famous \u003cstrong data-start=\"482\" data-end=\"505\"\u003epesto alla Genovese\u003c\/strong\u003e , the iconic Italian recipe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"543\" data-end=\"655\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"543\" data-end=\"561\"\u003eGenoese basil\u003c\/strong\u003e , another name given to this variety, is one of the essentials of Italian cuisine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"657\" data-end=\"692\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"661\" data-end=\"692\"\u003eHow to successfully sow basil\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"694\" data-end=\"1536\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"697\" data-end=\"708\"\u003eBasil\u003c\/strong\u003e requires a constant minimum temperature of \u003cstrong data-start=\"757\" data-end=\"766\"\u003e20°C\u003c\/strong\u003e to germinate, so it is recommended to sow your seeds in \u003cstrong data-start=\"841\" data-end=\"858\"\u003ea hotbed\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong data-start=\"865\" data-end=\"883\"\u003eheated greenhouse\u003c\/strong\u003e . Start your seeds in early spring in \u003cstrong data-start=\"929\" data-end=\"937\"\u003epots\u003c\/strong\u003e . Choose a good, fine \u003cstrong data-start=\"957\" data-end=\"977\"\u003eseed compost\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003cbr data-start=\"987\" data-end=\"990\"\u003e Do not press the seeds in, pack the potting soil into the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1045\" data-end=\"1055\"\u003epots\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong data-start=\"1059\" data-end=\"1066\"\u003etrays\u003c\/strong\u003e , then lightly brush the surface with your fingers. Place the seeds in the pot, sprinkle a little soil on top if necessary, and pack firmly. \u003cbr data-start=\"1217\" data-end=\"1220\"\u003eWater with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1236\" data-end=\"1252\"\u003espray bottle\u003c\/strong\u003e until the seeds germinate. Be careful not to over-moisten, as this could cause your seedlings to wilt. \u003cstrong data-start=\"1370\" data-end=\"1379\"\u003eGermination\u003c\/strong\u003e occurs in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1394\" data-end=\"1409\"\u003e6 to 8 days\u003c\/strong\u003e on average.\u003cbr data-start=\"1421\" data-end=\"1424\"\u003e Place your \u003cstrong data-start=\"1439\" data-end=\"1450\"\u003eterrine\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1469\"\u003egreenhouse\u003c\/strong\u003e near a bright window to ensure good development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1538\" data-end=\"1574\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1542\" data-end=\"1574\"\u003ePlanting basil in the garden\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1576\" data-end=\"2048\"\u003ePlant your \u003cstrong data-start=\"1588\" data-end=\"1609\"\u003ebasil plants\u003c\/strong\u003e in the garden after the last frost in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1650\" data-end=\"1657\"\u003eMay\u003c\/strong\u003e when they have reached the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1693\" data-end=\"1709\"\u003e3-4 leaf\u003c\/strong\u003e stage. 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You can add a little \u003cstrong data-start=\"1915\" data-end=\"1925\"\u003emanure\u003c\/strong\u003e to encourage growth.\u003cbr data-start=\"1955\" data-end=\"1958\"\u003e Keep \u003cstrong data-start=\"1965\" data-end=\"1974\"\u003e50 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e between each plant. \u003cstrong data-start=\"1995\" data-end=\"2006\"\u003eWater\u003c\/strong\u003e without wetting the foliage and without overwatering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch3 data-start=\"2050\" data-end=\"2076\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2054\" data-end=\"2076\"\u003eHarvesting basil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2078\" data-end=\"2534\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"2082\" data-end=\"2094\"\u003eLeaves\u003c\/strong\u003e harvested in May and June just before flowering will have the most fragrance, although you can harvest them year-round as long as the plant has \u003cstrong data-start=\"2250\" data-end=\"2262\"\u003eleaves\u003c\/strong\u003e . The more leaves you harvest, the more the plant will grow.\u003cbr data-start=\"2328\" data-end=\"2331\"\u003e To preserve your \u003cstrong data-start=\"2352\" data-end=\"2363\"\u003ebasil\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong data-start=\"2365\" data-end=\"2389\"\u003echop the leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e and place them in ice cube trays filled with water. You can also preserve them in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2485\" data-end=\"2502\"\u003eolive oil\u003c\/strong\u003e for longer use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2536\" data-end=\"2567\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"2540\" data-end=\"2567\"\u003eGarden Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"2569\" data-end=\"2909\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2572\" data-end=\"2592\"\u003eGenovese basil\u003c\/strong\u003e , like other \u003cstrong data-start=\"2628\" data-end=\"2639\"\u003ebasil\u003c\/strong\u003e varieties, can be planted between \u003cstrong data-start=\"2677\" data-end=\"2688\"\u003etomato\u003c\/strong\u003e plants to protect them from certain \u003cstrong data-start=\"2723\" data-end=\"2736\"\u003epests\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003cbr data-start=\"2737\" data-end=\"2740\"\u003e All \u003cstrong data-start=\"2749\" data-end=\"2761\"\u003ebasils\u003c\/strong\u003e can also be grown in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2788\" data-end=\"2796\"\u003epots\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong data-start=\"2798\" data-end=\"2812\"\u003eplanters\u003c\/strong\u003e , on a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2822\" data-end=\"2833\"\u003ewindow\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong data-start=\"2840\" data-end=\"2850\"\u003ebalcony\u003c\/strong\u003e , making it an ideal plant for small spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ENSACHAGE FDSM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42111315804241,"sku":"1513A","price":3.2,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0643\/9193\/8129\/files\/BASILIC-GENOVESE-AB-ENSACHAGE-FDSM-71223968.jpg?v=1749031794","url":"https:\/\/www.fermedesaintemarthe.live\/en\/products\/basilic-genovese-ab","provider":"La Ferme de Sainte Marthe","version":"1.0","type":"link"}