Di Genova Basil Seeds

88 days. Ocimum basilicum. Annual. Open Pollinated. Genovese Basil. The plant produces beautiful, large, 2" long aromatic dark green Basil leaves. Very fragrant and tasty. It is widely considered the most popular and best basil for making authentic pesto from Genoa, Italy, as it has a balanced sweet-spicy profile with hints of clove, pepper, anise, and mint—stronger and more intense than many milder sweet basil types. Great for making sauces, stews, and salads. Suitable for containers. An excellent choice for home gardens. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 652065. An heirloom variety from Italy.

90 days. Origanum vulgare. Perennial. Open Pollinated. Italian Oregano. The plant produces good yields of very flavorful dark green Oregano leaves. It is a popular perennial herb prized for its milder, sweeter flavor compared to the stronger, more pungent Greek oregano. It has a mild peppery taste and a pungent, minty scent. It is one of the best-tasting Italian Oregano varieties around. Excellent for pizza and Italian dishes. Suitable for containers. An excellent choice for herb gardens. A variety from Italy.

78 days. Ocimum basilicum. Annual. Open Pollinated. Italian Large Leaf Basil. The plant produces excellent yields of very flavorful and tender large 4" long medium-dark basil leaves. Preferred by chefs because it is sweeter and less clover like than other

85 days. Lavandula angustifolia. Perennial. Open Pollinated. Vera Lavender. The plant produces a beautifully aromatic herb that has dark purple flowers. It is prized for its strong fragrance, high essential oil content, and versatility. Makes an excellent ornamental hedge. Used in bouquets, sachets, and perfumes. Tender stalks are sometimes used in salads. The flowers and leaves are also edible. Used to repel moths, mosquitoes, and gnats. Suitable for containers. A variety from the USA.

85 days. Allium schoenoprasum. Perennial. Open Pollinated. Chives. The plant produces heavy yields of chives. It is prized for its mild onion-like flavor. Use fresh or freeze for year-round use. Perfect in salads, stuffed eggs, baked potatoes, soups, omelets, cream cheese, sauces, and garnishes. Cuttings can be made all season long. A herb that can be planted indoors or outdoors. Suitable for containers and hydroponic gardening. They are great in patio pots, planted directly in the garden, and used as borders. Great as companion planting, as it is said that chives planted alongside carrots improve their growth. The lavender flowers attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects. An excellent choice for home gardens. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 261639. A variety from the USA.

85 days. Solanum lycopersicum. Open Pollinated. Amish Paste Tomato. The plant produces high yields of 8 to 12 oz red plum tomatoes. They are sweet, juicy, meaty, and very flavorful. It has a rich full tomato flavor. Perfect for salads, soups, ketchup, canning, and for making sauce, puree, and paste. One of the largest paste tomatoes. Grows in clusters of 2 to 4. An excellent choice for home gardens. A 1900s heirloom variety from the Amish community near Lancaster, Pennsylvania, USA. United States Department of Agriculture, G 33010. Indeterminate.