Like the idea of doing more with less? By pinching or pruning certain plants, you can get a larger harvest. Basil is a good example. It's one of my favorite corner anchors for lettuce beds in my ...

I’m growing a ‘Sweet Thai’ basil under lights in my office and every time I walk by and stroke it, it emits an incredible licorice aroma that knocks my socks off. This new variety from Burpee Seed is ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Basil leaves close up - Ali Majdfar/Getty Images Picture an enticing Caprese salad in front of you — ripe tomatoes, creamy ...

Basil tends to be straightforward to keep alive, so many people leave it alone to sit in a pot. However, it will not flourish properly unless you take a few seconds to do a very simple task. Once the ...

Basil can be a tricky plant to master, as it will survive for quite some time even if left unattended on a windowsill, but it won't produce any edible leaves unless properly cared for. Cynthia, a ...

I love basil, but it is a bit of a prima donna. In my quest to never run out of my favorite herb, I have resorted to several methods to make the most of it. Here's how: CULTURE: Begin preparing your ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Leggy basil plant in pot - Avocado_studio/Shutterstock The basil plant (Ocimum basilicum) is ...

Harvesting fragrant basil leaves for use in dishes like pesto is one of the joys of summer for gardeners. But without the proper care and conditions, even a once-healthy basil plant can start to look ...

Pruning is a common gardening method used to encourage new growth, more flowers and fruit on certain plants. While the method of pruning is well-known, a lesser-known method that’s often used on ...