Dolce Fresca Basil

Dolce Fresca is a compact Genovese basil selected for a full, tidy shape and abundant usable leaves. PanAmerican Seed describes a shorter-internode, bushy plant that holds its size rather than becoming tall and leggy, with traditional sweet Genovese flavor. It suits fresh-cut use, containers, hydroponic growing, and roots-on retail presentation. [PanAmerican Seed](https://www.panamseed.com/Products/009100001031338/basil-dolce-fresca/) ## Form and use Plants are listed at 12–14 inches tall and 10–12 inches wide, with full sun exposure. The breeder lists 20–30 days to maturity from transplant and identifies Dolce Fresca as an All-America Selections winner. Its compact, mounded habit makes it a useful choice where a traditional basil flavor is wanted in a more controlled plant form. ## Maintenance Grow in a sunny position and harvest usable leaves as needed. See the linked breeder page for current product details.