Basil is an annual herb that can be grown from seed or is easily transplanted. To ensure your basil plant reaches its full potential, pruning is essential. Cutting back basil plants regularly during ...

Basil (Ocimum basilicum) is generally considered to be among the easiest of the Mediterranean herbs to grow. From seed, basil can be grown both outside in an herb garden or inside on your sunny ...

If you look out your window, you might notice a bush has sprouted long shoots seemingly overnight. Many plants are prone to becoming "leggy," or growing tall stems that only sport leaves at the very ...

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.

Early summer, specifically June, is a great time to prune for many gardeners. Ideal pruning times vary depending on the plant and the location and climate, but in most cases, it’s time to prune spring ...

Few things spice up a dish — or, for that matter, an herb garden — like basil. With flavor profiles that include sweet, spicy and even citrusy, the herbaceous staple is a favorite of both growers and ...

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... One of the many pleasures and essences of the outdoor growing season is basil. What other edible herb breathes so much flavor and summer sunshine into a dish ...