Growing Basil

My favorite combination for basil is mixing sliced juicy beefsteak tomatoes with quarter inch thick mozzarella cheese then shredding the fresh basil overtop and finally drizzling some olive oil to...

Many people with herb gardens choose to grow basil, a zesty herb used in pesto sauce, chopped over tomatoes and as a general seasoning. There are many kinds of bugs that will eat basil plants and...

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...

Basil is a versatile herb that tolerates most climates. Basil can be used in Italian and Asian cuisines and its many varieties can be sweet, spicy or even floral. Whether your basil is purple or...

Basil (Ocimum basilicum) is a sweet herb and member of the mint family. There are several types of this heat-loving, cold-sensitive herb but the most common is sweet basil. Basil is a staple in...

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...

Basil, known botanically as Ocimum basilicum, is an annual herb plant that grows in full-sun locales and is popular as a culinary ingredient the world over. Coming in many varietals from sweet to...

I started growing fresh basil at my home and it saves money and the food is 10 times better!! In this article you will find instructions on how to grow it! After you grow your fresh basil you can...

Backyard gardening is fun when you grow exotic plants, and cinnamon basil provides an exotic twist to the favorite of herb gardeners, basil. Basil plants love hot, sunny weather, and thrive in...

Besides growing plants like Orchids, Roses, and Tropical plants a nice change would be growing herbs. Growing and harvesting different types of herbs can be a very enjoyable event. Not only will...

Basil offers fragrant and flavorful leaves that can be used in cooking your favorite pasta dish or as an element in your salads. Growing basil is a straightforward process if you plan to germinate...