Growing basil from seed is an easy, budget-friendly way to enjoy plenty of this herb's flavorful leaves. Growing basil from seed in early spring is a great way to get a jump on your summer garden. Not ...

Whether you're whipping up homemade pesto, topping your favorite pizza, or tossing together a Caprese salad, fresh basil just makes everything taste better. Just ask Ree! She grows a ton every summer ...

There is absolutely nothing more delicious than the scent of fresh basil. It practically begs you to throw on an apron and make a big pot of penne pomodoro (tomato basil pasta). But before you grab ...

May is the time in Northern Michigan for an easy-peasy, cheap and breezy garden approach. Here’s what you need to know about direct sowing seeds right now. Whether you’re planning a serious garden ...

There’s no such thing as too much basil if you love making pesto and cooking with fresh herbs. This popular herb thrives in garden beds, but growing basil in pots indoors on a sunny windowsill or ...

Basil plants often start to shrivel in autumn, but there is a quick method, that takes less than five minutes, that can help them grow bigger and longer-lasting leaves.