Basil is by far one of the easiest herbs to grow. All it'll need is lots of sun, lots of water and lots of warmth. Genovese basil is very popular for its use in Pesto and Insalata Caprese. It is a variety of Sweet Basil that is less likely to become bitter after long periods of cooking. It's also less likely to bolt which stops the growth of the basil plant This heirloom is also known for it's medicinal traits. Medicinally, oil of basil has been commonly treated for a variety of issues such as the common cold, cough or sore throat, depression and anxiety, and also insect stings and bites Germination in 8-14 days, maturity in 68 days Collected: 9/23 Germination: 85% As always, FREE SHIPPING on all orders within the US Tracking available for all orders $10 and above. Orders under $10 will be shipped USPS First Class without tracking as this service begins at $4 with the Postal Service. If your order does not qualify for tracking and does not arrive in the allotted time given by Ebay, please reach out to me before opening a case within the resolution center Please, if you have any issues with your order, germination or simply need planting instructions, reach out to me and I will take care of you. I always take care of my customer