Genovese Compact Improved · Basil
Planting Schedule
Add Genovese Compact Improved to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Indoors | Feb 18th |
| Last Frost | Apr 1st |
| Transplant / Direct Sow Outdoors | May 13th |
| Harvest Begins | Jul 12th |
| Harvest Ends | Nov 5th |
Crop Details
Transplant Conditions:
Wait until soil reaches 60°F
and nights stay above 50°F
before moving outdoors.
Harden off for 10 days first.
| Trait | Value |
|---|---|
| Days to Maturity | 60 |
| Sun Requirements | ☀️ Full Sun |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Support Needed | None |
| Planting Depth | Normal |
| Germination Temp (°F) | 70 |
| Min Soil Temp (°F) | 60 |
| Min Night Temp (°F) | 50 |
| Harden Off (days) | 10 |
Expert Note: For compact basil, keep seedlings from getting leggy by giving bright light and pinch the tips after they form 4–6 true leaves.