Basil and tomatoes are happy companions, pairing well both on the plate and in the ground, as there are a few reasons to grow ...

Having fresh herbs on hand is one of the best ways to spice up your dishes, and thankfully, growing your own basil is an ...

If your basil is stunted and producing smaller and smaller leaves, it's not too late to fix the problem. Here's the most ...

Few things spice up a dish — or, for that matter, an herb garden — like basil. With flavor profiles that include sweet, spicy and even citrusy, the herbaceous staple is a favorite of both growers and ...

Knowing how to grow fresh basil is paramount in the culinary world (or really anyone with functional taste buds)—the dried version just doesn't compare to the zesty, peppery flavors in its vibrant ...

See which plants don't make good neighbors for basil.

Basil is relatively straightforward to cultivate, and keeping herbs on your kitchen counter is tremendously handy, as their leaves will dramatically enhance the flavour of pasta, soups, and even ...

Basil plants often start turning brown in summer, but a simple 30-second gardening task can encourage them to produce larger ...

But is it always the cheaper or better choice to grow your own herbs? An expert weighs the pros and cons and provides tips to ...

This annual from the mint family can be used as a basil substitute, and comes in two varieties: green leaves or red leaves.

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 ...