Basil Seeds - Fino Verde
80 Days to maturity. Ocimum basilicum. Fino Verde Basil Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, open-pollinated, heirloom. Suitable for growing in fields, containers, garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. Fino Verde basil is a compact, small-leaved variety of sweet basil. The densely arranged leaves are tender and aromatic. The plant grows as a small, bushy plant, usually reaching about 6 to 12 inches tall, making it ideal for container gardening. Can also be grown for delicious microgreens. ~19,000 seeds/oz.
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Growing Fino Verde Basil in the Herb Garden
Basil is a warm-weather crop grown both indoors and out. For earliest starts, begin indoors 6-8 weeks prior to final frost. Plant 4-6 seeds .25 inches deep per cell or 3-4 inches apart in the garden in moderately moist, well-drained soil in full sun. Germinates in 5-10 days, thinning back to 1-2 plants per pot or every 9-12 inches in the garden as true leaves establish. Harden off seedlings if transplanting outside.
Harvesting of Fino Verde Basil
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The best time to harvest the leaves is in the morning. Harvest/prune the plants before they set flowers to encourage the plant to produce fresh leaves throughout the season. To prune the plant, remove the top several sets of leaves on each stem, taking care to leave at least three sets of leaves on the lower part. A shot of liquid nitrogen fertilizer, at pruning time, will help the plants recover. Eat basil often and dry or freeze leaves throughout the summer. Make your final harvest before the weather drops below 40 F, as the plant will not survive the cold.
About Fino Verde Basil Garden Seeds
Pretty compact plants are perfect in patio pots containers and in the flower or vegetable garden. Grow with Lemon Anise and Cinnamon Basil for a complete range of unique flavors.
Fino Verde's small leaves can be used whole, including twigs, which is convenient in cooking. This variety is prized for its intense flavor, slow bolting, and continuous harvest, and it thrives in sunny, well-drained conditions. Its neat, dense growth habit and distinctive taste make it popular both in the kitchen and herb gardens.
Tips From Our Gardeners
"Other basils cannot easily be kept small enough for a windowsill, but a dwarf bush-type like Fino Verde can be kept in the kitchen or dining room window for several months before it gets too woody!"
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- Jerry Sawyer, True Leaf Market Writer |
Fino Verde Basil Seeds Per Package:
- 2 g packet - Approximately 1,250 Seeds
- .25 oz - Approximately 4,750 Seeds
- 1 oz - Approximately 19,000 Seeds
- 4 oz - Approximately 76,800 Seeds
- 1 lb - Approximately 304,000 Seeds
- 5 lb - Approximately 1,520,000 Seeds
- 25 lb - Approximately 7,600,000 Seeds
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=======Basic Info
| Latin Name: | Ocimum basilicum |
| Fino Verde Basil Color: | Green leaves with tiny purple flowers on spike. |
| Fino Verde Basil Flavor: | Sweet with a pungent, slightly spicy note |
Growing Info
| Hardiness Zone: | Annual in zones 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 |
| Days to Maturity: | 60-90 |
| Days to Germination: | 5-10 |
| Seeding Depth: | 0.25 inch |
| Plant Spacing: | 9-12 inches |
| Row Spacing: | 10-14 inches |
| Plant Height: | 8-12 inches |
| Growth Habit: | Dwarf branching ball |
| Soil Preference: | Consistently moist, fertile, well-drained |
| Temperature Preference: | 65-80 F |
| Light Preference: | Full Sun |
Other
| Direct Sow: | Yes |
| Start Indoors: | Yes, 6-8 weeks before transplanting. |
| Plant Width: | 8-12 inches |
| Deer Resistant: | No |
| Germination Temperature: | 68-70 F |
| Pests and Diseases: | Susceptible to rot and mildew in overly saturated, heavy, and poorly drained soil. Basil does not have too many pests or insects and is generally seeded in the garden to help minimize pests. |
| Garden Size: | Greenhouse, Garden Plot, Raised Bed, Container, Fields |
| Climate Tolerance: | Heat tolerant with adequate moisture. |