{"product_id":"basil-genovese-microgreens-seeds","title":"Basil - Genovese - Microgreens Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e12-16 days.\u003c\/strong\u003e Use micro basil in place of regular basil in any recipe, for extra intense basil flavor. Micro basil pesto is amazing. Keep damp with regular misting until sprouted and the roots are established.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSelect a Different Use for This Seed:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"profile-links\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/basil-genovese-seeds?variant=38818568904\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2016\/2681\/files\/tlm-herbs.png?11208874335812730243\"\u003e\u003cu\u003eHerb\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--split--\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBasil - Genovese - Microgreens Seeds \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e Ocimum basilcum\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePresoak:\u003c\/strong\u003e No - because it's \u003cem\u003emucilaginous \u003c\/em\u003e(see under \"Growing Directions\" below)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreferred Growing Medium: \u003c\/strong\u003eHydroponic (preferred) or Soil (for baby greens and adult stage)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeeding Rate\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e(weight per 10\"x 20\" tray):\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e1 oz.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlackout Time:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4-7 days\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Time: \u003c\/strong\u003e5-7 days\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated time to Harvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12-16 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMicrogreen Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e green\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMicrogreen Flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eintense basil\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMicrogreen Texture: \u003c\/strong\u003esoft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNutrients:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Vitamins E, A, K, B6, and C, protein, calcium, iron, zinc, magnesium, copper, phosphorous, and potassium\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Directions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGenovese Basil is a \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003emucilaginous\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e seed, meaning that it develops a jelly-like coating when it gets wet. Mist more frequently to keep the coating moist. Grows very well hydroponically and does better in well-lit conditions, but it is a slower grower. You may experiment with harvest times past 10 days. Genovese basil is a beautiful green color with an interesting shape that makes for a colorful garnish. Micro basil does not grow tall, so you will need to harvest close to the root line and rinse well. Micro basil seeds are among the more expensive seeds, but are worth it for their intense basil flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e***Note: Although we have indicated the specific medium that this particular seed prefers, you can still experiment with either soil or hydroponic mediums. Results may vary.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor more detailed instructions on growing, as well as some troubleshooting and tips, please visit our \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/trueleafmarket.reamaze.com\/articles\/growing-microgreens-in-soil\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eSoil Growing Directions page\u003c\/a\u003e or our\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/trueleafmarket.reamaze.com\/articles\/how-to-grow-microgreens-hydroponically\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Microgreens Hydroponic Growing Directions\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eHydroponic Growing Directions page\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFacts:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs can be seen from the nutrition information above - basil contains so many different nutritional benefits! It's not just a great tasting addition to your cooking. A few of the health benefits include:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull of antioxidants that reduce free radicals, which aids in cancer prevention\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAntibacterial and antimicrobial properties - which combat infection and viruses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduces stress\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSeeds per Package:\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 oz - Approximately 19,000 seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 oz - Approximately 76,000 seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 lb - Approximately 304,000 seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 lb - Approximately 1,520,000 seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25 lb - Approximately 7,600,000 seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c!--split--\u003e","brand":"Mountain Valley Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":35361953480866,"sku":"30626","price":6.12,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":35361953513634,"sku":"30625","price":7.51,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 lb","offer_id":35361953546402,"sku":"30624","price":17.91,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 lb","offer_id":35361953579170,"sku":"16621","price":63.37,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 lb","offer_id":35361953611938,"sku":"16614","price":290.77,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0444\/6706\/0898\/products\/basil-genovese-microgreens-wm_700.jpg?v=1595857155","url":"https:\/\/bestchoiceproducts13-com.myshopify.com\/products\/basil-genovese-microgreens-seeds","provider":"bestchoiceproducts13.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}