I love growing basil every year to harvest fresh aromatic leaves to cook with. It also makes for an attractive leafy plant to have in your kitchen garden, and can infuse scent into your patio space.

The basil plant (Ocimum basilicum) is known for its distinctive smell, and of course, its inclusion within a multitude of food recipes. But as a grower, you may sometimes find that your plant has ...

There are few plants as rewarding as basil. Not only is it easy to grow, but it's a versatile herb that can be used in a wide variety of recipes. Added to its cooking qualities, it has a beautiful ...

Picture an enticing Caprese salad in front of you — ripe tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, olive oil, and fragrant, sweet basil (Ocimum basilicum). If you grew the tomatoes yourself, then you may have used ...

SEATTLE — Ciscoe Morris joined New Day Northwest to talk all about basil. Here are some of his tips. Associated with great taste, romance and fine dining, and a key ingredient in Italian, Indian and ...

The last week of June is the time to set your flowers up for continued color by fertilizing and remembering to dead head and pinch back annuals such as petunias, geraniums and marigolds. A good rule ...

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, ...

You're probably familiar with the culinary herb, sweet basil, but there's another variety you might be less familiar with ...