As any passionate gardener knows, basil isn’t just a versatile culinary herb-its vibrant blooms are a treasure trove of possibilities! When basil plants begin to flower, many gardeners hastily snip ...

You can grow basil all year long, but humidity can have a big impact, especially during the winter. Here's how to keep your ...

Like humans, plants often do well when they have reliable companions who complement their lifestyle but don't invade their space. They may have similar needs but know when to leave each other alone.

A: If you use fresh basil leaves to flavor dishes, pinch off flower spikes since the blooms will deplete a plant's foliage-producing energy. Leave the flowers to attract bees and if you want seed.

Dear B.: Here is some general information about basil, since there are many types, and some are more tender than others. Lettuce leaf, a Japanese basil, is one of my favorites because the leaves are ...

COLUMBIA, S.C. — Basil is a popular herb to grow because it's easy to take care of, comes in beautiful varieties, and can drop the grocery bill (especially if you love margarita pizzas and pesto).

Most edible basils are cultivars of the species Ocimum basilicum. The smooth-leafed sweet basil type cultivars that grow 2 to 3 feet tall are the best known for culinary use. Seed racks, seed catalogs ...

If you enjoy growing and cooking with fresh herbs, basil is the prime summer herb for New Orleans gardens. Grown and used in cuisines around the world, basil is indispensable to our local dishes as ...

Long-treasured basil has been used to ward off dragons and evil spells and as an embalming agent. But at the moment, Texas gardeners are more likely wondering what to do with more basil leaves than ...

Dear Garden Coach: Why is my basil so tough? I planted sweet basil in a barrel with tomatoes, and it is watered deeply. The plants grow well, but the basil leaves are tough. They smell great and taste ...