Have you ever brought fresh basil into your kitchen and forgotten to use it for a day or two? When you finally pull it out to add to dinner, it is brown, black or wilted. This article explores how to store fresh basil to help its fresh flavor and gorgeous color last longer, testing out …
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Are your basil leaves turning yellow on the plant? If so, we can help! In this article, we explore 5 potential causes for yellow basil leaves, and a few tips for fixing the underlying problem. Luscious, green, flavorful basil leaves make a lovely addition to your garden (and your plate!) It is also a relatively …
If you love to add basil to your culinary creations, having a consistent supply of delicious sweet basil leaves throughout the year is ideal. But is that even possible? Below, we answer all your questions about the basil lifecycle. Namely: is basil a perennial or annual herb? Basil (Ocimum basilicum) is a well-known culinary and …
Basil is a popular herb for experienced gardeners and kitchen gardeners, and many of us choose to grow basil in pots. Basil plants can thrive in pots, so long as it’s big enough and has adequate drainage holes. Which begs the question: what’s the ideal pot size for basil plants? What Size Pot for Basil …
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Basil is a relatively easy plant to grow, making it a favorite amongst gardeners (and cooks). Despite its forgiving nature, basil needs a few key things to thrive. One of these is the proper amount of sunlight. But what are basil’s sun requirements? And does basil need full sun to grow? Or can it grow …
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 without killing the plant, …
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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