A YouTube gardener had commenters craving pesto after sharing the surprising benefits of pairing basil and watermelon plants. In a short, Willows Green Permaculture (@willowsgreenpermaculture) ...

A woman planting basil in a terracotta pot - Sanjeri/Getty Images Perhaps nothing is more satisfying than gathering fresh herbs from the summer garden. Basil (Ocimum basilicum), in particular, is a ...

Basil grows well next to many different plants. In fact, it can improve the taste of its neighbors, and its strong smell can thwart common garden pests like aphids and spider mites. As a result, basil ...

You might think of herbs as a garnish or an afterthought, but it’s time to give that rosemary, basil, parsley, and cilantro some respect—and a prominent place on your plate. “Both fresh or dried herbs ...

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.