Growing Basil

If you want a supply of fresh basil, try growing your own basil bush. Planting and growing a basil bush requires nurturing the plant to ensure that the basil grows to be healthy. Basil, typically...

Basil is a green, fragrant herb that has been used for centuries to flavor savory dishes and calming teas. Further, according to The World's Healthiest Foods, basil contains bacteria-fighting...

Do you love pesto? Store-bought pesto is expensive and high in sodium. With a little work you can have pesto and other basil dishes all year for a tiny fraction of the cost, and with as much or...

Wish you had fresh basil whenever you want it in the winter? You can grow it in your basement (or anywhere in your house) if you have a little space to set up a simple greenhouse. Your greenhouse...

Keeping a quality herb garden in New York City is very challenging. With the smog, the neighbors and the lack of outdoor space, there are very few herbs and flowers that will grow well in...

Basil comes in many varieties and can add flavor to your cooking at every meal. Thai basil, also known as Oriental basil or Asian basil, provides more of kick for cuisines that call for heavy...

Growing basil indoors is much more cost effective than to buy it in the supermarket. The plant is quite hardy. Just water it at least once a week and it will thrive. Basil is fun to grow and...