Your beautiful new basil plant is calling your name. With large leaves and an aroma that has inspired your menu for the week, you can’t wait to start harvesting. But you are unsure how to pick basil leaves while ensuring your plant continues to thrive? Below we explore how to harvest basil, along with some ideas …
If you love to grow or cook with a range of different basil varieties, then cinnamon basil is a great option to add to your repertoire. As the name suggests, cinnamon basil has a flavor that resembles that of the exotic spice. Despite being native to subtropical climates, this type of basil does not require …
Lime basil (Ocimum Americanum or American Basil) offers fragrant citrusy leaves with a tangy fresh flavor. If you’re ready to incorporate lime basil plants into your garden or your cooking, keep reading for all you need to know. Basil aficionados are well aware that this is a herb with many varietals. Lime basil is one …
Do you want a fresh and abundant supply of homegrown basil, year after year? The best way to make this happen, and to keep your basil habit affordable, is to harvest seeds from your basil plants. In this article, I’ll share what that means, and how to harvest basil seeds from your current plants, and …
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Wondering whether basil can survive winter outdoors (probably not). Or ready to start growing basil in the winter, indoors? This guide will help you get started. Whether a friend shared a cutting from their basil plant, or you’re trying to figure out what to do with your own basil plants so you can harvest fresh …
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If you have only ever grown green sweet basil, it could be time to branch out and discover the many cultivars of purple basil that are now on offer. If you love basil and want to integrate edibles and ornamental appeal, purple basil could be the perfect addition to your garden. What is Purple Basil? …
While basil plants are usually pretty easy to grow, occasional trouble does arise. If you’re dealing with white spots on basil plants, consider these 6 possible causes and remedies. Growing any variety of basil (Ocimum basilicum) at home is a joy, and ensures you have a fresh supply of this delicious herb whenever you need …
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If you love common basil, branching out into cultivating some different basil varieties is a wonderful way to explore more flavors. And lettuce leaf basil is one of the interesting options that you might consider. Below, you’ll find everything you need to know about growing and using lettuce leaf basil plants in your home garden. …
If you’re ready to get started but don’t know how to grow basil indoors, this guide will outline all you need to begin growing basil in your home!
Back spots on your basil plant? If you’re wondering why are your basil leaves turning black, here are 4 common causes, and what you can do about it. Basil is a summertime herb that is a favorite for many kitchen gardeners to grow. Its relatively simple and adds a tasty punch to your recipes. But …
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