Basil plant care outdoors

There are a number of supposed basil companion plants that it grows well with, but WHY are they good ones? I put together the data from research studies, so you don't have to.

Basil is a delightful kitchen herb with a sweetly spicy flavor, fast growth, and easy cultivation. But should it be allowed to flower? Find out now.

Growing basil is easy. The plants perform equally well in outdoor pots and containers, or the garden. You can even grow it indoors in winter. Learn all you need to know about how to care for basil in this detailed guide. Includes information about different types (Genovese, Thai, Holy, sweet, lemon, purple, cinnamon), where to grow, and how and when to plant it. Plus tips for soil, fertilizer, sun, water, pruning, flowers, propagation (from clippings or seed), harvesting, diseases, and more!

Did you recently start growing basil to use while cooking, or for certain herbal scents in your home? If so, it's important to understand the proper watering schedule so you don't over-water or under-water this picky plant. In this article, gardening expert Taylor Sievers examines a proper watering schedule for Basil.

Find out how to grow basil from seed in a pot indoors or outside as well as how to grow basil from cuttings and tips on how to water basil.

Wondering how to trim basil plants for a larger harvest? It's quick, easy, and the best way to ensure a bumper crop of delicious leaves.

Wondering how you can grow basil from cuttings? I will show you step by step how to propagate basil. Great way to get more plants from one to keep or gift..

Our complete guide to growing Basil Plants at home indoors or outdoors - Everything you need to know from planting to harvesting.

Discover how to harvest basil without killing it so you can enjoy an abundant basil harvest! Also learn easy ways to preserve your basil, including drying & freezing.