Harvesting basil the right way will give you an abundance of this delicious herb all season long. Basil is beloved by gardeners and chefs because it's easy to grow, has a distinctive flavor, and can ...

Fresh cut basil leaves can be stored in a couple of different ways. The first is by keeping the basil in a bouquet (just like flowers!) and the second is using an air-tight container or zip-top bag.

Basil gets tall and leggy from low light, lack of pruning, or overfertilizing. Signs include sparse leaves, excess flowers, and short stems from overharvesting. Revive it with proper care, pruning, ...

A popular TikToker is showing gardeners across the globe a great way to make their basil plant flourish after harvesting leaves. “Don’t just pick individual leaves!” he warns in the video’s ...

To blanch or not to blanch? That is the question when it comes to making basil pesto. Many cooks blanch the leaves for a few seconds so the pesto retains a vibrant green color. But will a few seconds ...