The medium-to-large leaves are packed with flavor and are perfect for making homemade pesto or flavoring tomato dishes. Place containers of ‘Genovese Emily’ on patio tabletops as a fragrant centerpiece or grow it in a sunny windowsill. Try creating your own delicious caprese salad by layering slices of tomato, basil leaves and sliced mozzarella cheese on a platter and drizzling with balsamic vinegar and olive oil.
| • | Full Sun |
| • | Green |
| • | Spring |
| • | Moist, Well-Drained |
Very easy to grow in virtually any location. Does best in light, well-drained soil. Keep soil moist, watering freely in dry weather. Harvest foliage as needed.