There’s no such thing as too much basil if you love making pesto and cooking with fresh herbs. This popular herb thrives in garden beds, but growing basil in pots indoors on a sunny windowsill or ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Leggy basil plant in pot - Avocado_studio/Shutterstock The basil plant (Ocimum basilicum) is ...

Growing basil from seed is an easy, budget-friendly way to enjoy plenty of this herb's flavorful leaves.

There is nothing quite like the smell of fresh basil. It instantly transports you to a warm Italian kitchen or a sunny summer ...

There are few plants as rewarding as basil. Not only is it easy to grow, but it's a versatile herb that can be used in a wide variety of recipes. Added to its cooking qualities, it has a beautiful ...

Try propagating basil in both water and soil. Basil needs indirect light, clean water, and a humid environment to grow. Propagate basil between late spring and end of summer. If you're growing a ...

A practical guide to starting herb gardening in India, covering easy herbs, containers, soil, watering, and harvesting for ...

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.

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 ...

The last week of June is the time to set your flowers up for continued color by fertilizing and remembering to dead head and pinch back annuals such as petunias, geraniums and marigolds. A good rule ...