Basil is an annual, so knowing when to harvest it before it perishes is tricky. July, it turns out, could be the month to ...

Plus, which pruning mistakes to avoid. Basil is an annual herb that can be grown from seed or is easily transplanted. To ensure your basil plant reaches its full potential, pruning is essential.

Basil flowers have a charm of their own, and can be used for decorative bouquets. However, the leaves start to get a bitter flavor once blooming begins. Growth of new tender leaves also slows once the ...

Don't drop your pruning shears just yet! There are still some herbs you should to prune in July for a well-maintained, lush, ...

Is there anything more delicious than the aromas and flavors of fresh basil? It boasts notes of mint, licorice, and pepper with an earthy, grassy character. We smell it and immediately picture ...

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... One of the many pleasures and essences of the outdoor growing season is basil. What other edible herb breathes so much flavor and summer sunshine into a dish ...