Grow fresh basil with our step-by-step instructions.

Knowing how to grow fresh basil is paramount in the culinary world (or really anyone with functional taste buds)—the dried version just doesn’t compare to the zesty, peppery flavors in its vibrant ...

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 ...

Nothing can ruin a lovely summer day out in the garden quicker than a chigger bite. Although these tiny, microscopic bugs don't seem like a big deal compared to their tick cousins, their bite can ...

From pesto to Caprese salad and cocktails to pasta dishes, basil is a favorite ingredient in the kitchen and a must-have in any Southern herb garden. When temperatures consistently stay in the 80s, ...

Basil is quite easy to grow, and having herbs sitting in your kitchen is useful, as their leaves will make pasta, soups, and even sandwiches much more flavourful. I love using fresh herbs in my ...

Barb Davisson of Spokane has been growing this basil plant in her south-facing kitchen window all winter. Basil loves warm weather and is very sensitive to the cold temperatures we are getting this ...

The aromatic herb called holy basil (Ocimum tenuiflorum) has a long history as a sacred plant in Indian culture. Its common name translates to Hindi as "the incomparable one" and in English it's also ...

Grow fresh basil with our step-by-step instructions. Basil is easy to grow as long as it has warmth, bright light, and ample water. It can even grow indoors year-round. It comes in many varieties, ...