Basil (Ocimum spp.), a widely used herb that adds flavor to sauces, salads, main dishes, and sides, is native to Southeast Asia, India, and Africa. Different varieties vary in size, shape, and flavor, ...

Plant two to three basil seeds per starter pot by gently pressing them ¼ inch into the soil with your finger. Lightly cover ...

Of all the herbs, basil is most likely to be crowned prom queen. Basil has charisma. Basil carries an alluring perfume and a kind, gentle demeanor. And if you judge an herb by the company it keeps, ...

My basil plants have dark spots on them. What causes this and what can I do? There are several things that could cause this problem, but the most likely culprit is overwatering and/or poor drainage, ...

I recently planted a basil plant in a pot on my front porch, and it seems some kind of bug is eating it. It gets chewed down to the stem. They don't seem to be bite marks, more like melted away. Any ...

Basil is a tender annual herb that thrives in warm, sunny conditions and well-draining soil. Regular pruning and pinching encourages bushier growth and a continuous harvest throughout the summer.