Basil- Genovese-type Basil - Rutgers Devotion- Downy Mildew Resistant
Basil- Genovese-type Basil - Rutgers Devotion- Downy Mildew Resistant

Basil- Genovese-type Basil - Rutgers Devotion- Downy Mildew Resistant

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Rutgers Devotion DMR

Ocimum basilicum

Genovese-type basil for potted plants, gardens, and fresh use; uniform, upright growth and dome or cup-shaped leaf.

Genovese type from the Rutgers breeding program with a compact, highly productive plant habit. Slightly serrated, ruffled leaves are large, cupped, and medium-green. Slightly sweet and spicy aroma. Bred by Dr. James Simon and Dr. Robert Pyne at Rutgers University. U.S. Utility Patent 10,159,212. Avg. 46,700 seeds/oz. 

Days to germination 5 - 10 days
Days to maturity 70 - 80 days
Life cycle Annual
Plant time Early Spring through Summer; harvest through Fall
Spacing 4" - 8"
Sun full sun
Soil temperature 65 - 70 F
Optimum soil P.H 6 - 6.5
Height 25"

 Harvest: Begin light harvesting after plants have become established. It is best done in the early morning when the temperature is cooler and the leaves are less likely to wilt. A full harvest should be completed just before the plants start to flower. Cut the entire plant 4-6" above the ground to promote a second growth. Leaves are easily bruised when picking, so handle carefully. Do not store fresh basil at a temperature less than 50°F (10°C).

Rutgers Devotion DMR

Ocimum basilicum

Genovese-type basil for potted plants, gardens, and fresh use; uniform, upright growth and dome or cup-shaped leaf.

Genovese type from the Rutgers breeding program with a compact, highly productive plant habit. Slightly serrated, ruffled leaves are large, cupped, and medium-green. Slightly sweet and spicy aroma. Bred by Dr. James Simon and Dr. Robert Pyne at Rutgers University. U.S. Utility Patent 10,159,212. Avg. 46,700 seeds/oz. 

Days to germination 5 - 10 days
Days to maturity 70 - 80 days
Life cycle Annual
Plant time Early Spring through Summer; harvest through Fall
Spacing 4" - 8"
Sun full sun
Soil temperature 65 - 70 F
Optimum soil P.H 6 - 6.5
Height 25"

 Harvest: Begin light harvesting after plants have become established. It is best done in the early morning when the temperature is cooler and the leaves are less likely to wilt. A full harvest should be completed just before the plants start to flower. Cut the entire plant 4-6" above the ground to promote a second growth. Leaves are easily bruised when picking, so handle carefully. Do not store fresh basil at a temperature less than 50°F (10°C).

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