Genovese Basil Tarot Gift Seed Packet
Basil is considered to be a sacred herb across many cultures and used in an array of protective & healing rituals. The Hierophant Card resonates with basil’s connection to spiritual traditions as each are aligned with the beauty and nourishing power of healing and spiritual guidance. Great as a garnish, dried herb or for making pesto. Basil is a natural insect repellent and works great as a potted plant or directly sown in the garden. Annual.Â
Envelope contains 4.5 grams of seeds. About 2333 Seeds per pack.
- SUN NEEDS: full sun (min of 6 hours). Will tolerate part sun.Â
- PLANTING DEPTH: surface sow, lightly cover with lightweight growing medium. Â
- SPACING: 3″-4” apart. Thin to 9-12″ or 1-2 plants per pot.
- GERMINATION: 5-10 days
- MATURITY: 60-90 days
- PLANT HEIGHT 12″-24″
- SOIL TYPE: fertile soil, amended with compost & well draining
- HARDINESS ZONES: 4-10
- SUPPORT NEEDED: none
- Scientific Name: Ocimum basilcum
Instructions: Sow seeds in spring into well-composted soil. Keep soil moist during germination. Â Basil thrives in many climates with regular moisture and no extremes with heat or cold. Pruning the plants before they set flowers will keep the plant producing fresh leaves throughout the season.
Growing Microgreens:
Moisten soil or growth medium, spread the seeds evenly over the growth surface. Lightly press to smooth evenly. Use a sprayer and mist the seeds with water until growing medium is damp. Cover for 3-5 days. Check soil daily to ensure it is moist.Â
Uncover and place in a well-lit area, or place in an area with sufficient indirect light. Mist the seeds gently but thoroughly. The soil should be moist but not waterlogged.
You may experiment with harvest times past 10 days. Genovese basil can be a slow grower and does not get tall. Harvest at the root line and wash well.Â
Rotate your microgreens crop to prevent greens from bending toward the light and becoming leggy. Sample and harvest when the look and flavor is to your liking.
