This is the quintessential Italian pesto basil, with a flavour that is sweet and peppery. Genovese basil was first bred in the Northwest coast of Italy, specifically the port town of Genoa. This is the preferred pesto basil for serious culinary types and is an incredibly easy to grow and adaptable variety, making this an excellent variety for home gardeners When to Plant Zone 1: September – January Zone 2: September – February Zone 3: Anytime Zone 4: Anytime For zone map CLICK HERE Spacing: 20 – 25cm          Depth: 0 – 1cm      Position: Full sun Soil: Free Draining with plenty of compost How to Plant: Early in the season sow in trays, however once sufficiently warm sow directly into the garden near your tomatoes.