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Basil is a favorite herb used in meals from casseroles to sandwiches and learning how to grow basil yourself assures you a fresh supply for your culinary needs.
Basil is a favorite herb used in meals from casseroles to sandwiches and learning how to grow basil yourself assures you a fresh supply for your culinary needs. As long as you have good light and the right temperature, growing basil is very easy to do. You can grow basil easily from seeds, or purchase an "herb kit" with everything you need. However, a packaged kit isn't necessary; all you needs are basil seeds and some fertile soil. Basil requires excellent drainage so choose a flower pot that has holes drilled in it. You can also use rocks, clay or charcoal in the pot before adding the soil so the water has a place to pool up. Keep in mind that basil will not survive a frost if you are planting it outside. The seeds are small, but most will sprout and the seedlings can be thinned out later if needed so don't be afraid to plant several in one pot. If you are using a container, sprinkle the seeds lightly with soil and water with a spray bottle. If you are just learning how to grow basil, keep in mind that the plants will need six to eight hours of sun each day. Indoors the plant should be placed in a sunny window and outdoors you need to make sure the plant has sun for the majority of the day but that it is also kept away from the wind. Water your basil plants a few times a week and fertilize them monthly. Try to place the water at the base of the plant. Avoid splashing water on the leaves in order to discourage disease and growth of fungus. Remove any flowers from your basil plant, because this will produce better flavors. The flowers use up all of the plant's energy, but removing them allows the plant to use the energy to produce very flavorful basil leaves. Learning how to grow basil allows you to have a stock of the herb available all the time. By using indoor growing containers, you can grow your plants all year long. Make sure to plant three or four pots at once, and only harvest the upper leaves of each plant, to make sure the basil stays healthy and lasts for a long time. About the Author: |
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