To many, basil (Ocimum basilicum) seems like a breeze of an herb to grow. But don't let its popularity fool you; not all basil is created equal, so successfully growing basil to ensure a bountiful ...

There are lots of reasons to plant basil in your garden. In addition to warding off bothersome flies, this flowering herb can draw bees that pollinate flowering vegetables such as zucchini. To help ...

Grow fresh basil with our step-by-step instructions. Basil is easy to grow as long as it has warmth, bright light, and ample water. It can even grow indoors year-round. It comes in many varieties, ...

Basil is easy to grow as long as it has warmth, bright light, and ample water. It can even grow indoors year-round. It comes in many varieties, such as Genovese, sweet, Thai, and holy basil, and it ...

Basil is an annual and a member of the mint family. It prefers full sun, but will tolerate partial shade. It likes the heat, but it doesn’t tolerate the cold. Basil prefers moist, well-drained soil, ...

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Basil is one of the easiest herbs to grow and can be used in a wide variety of dishes, from pasta sauces to salads and even infused oils. But even this popular plant can sometimes struggle to grow ...

BOSTON (CBS) - Just a touch of basil can make all the difference in how your favorite dish tastes. Fresh Grocer Tony Tantillo shows us how to find the best batch. Watch The Fresh Grocer Basil is a ...