Truly one of the glories of the summer garden, basil (Ocimum basilicum) is a pungent herb that adds excitement to all sorts of salads, sandwiches, and pasta dishes. The thought of that homegrown ...

How to dry basil from your garden originally appeared on Dengarden. Basil is a real crowd pleaser of a herb: its unique, oily-spicy flavor has been the perfect companion to pasta sauces and pizza for ...

You're probably familiar with the culinary herb, sweet basil, but there's another variety you might be less familiar with ...

If I had to choose just one herb for my garden, it would have to be basil. Granted, I would want every variety of basil, from Genovese to Thai, lemon to lime, but I would be happy with just basil.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Basil is one of those amazing herbs that produces all summer long, thriving in high temperatures. The ...

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In the micro-world of plants volatile organic compounds (VOCs) have a unique role in botanical and entomological kingdoms. Among the roles of VOC emissions are defense mechanisms against insects or ...

Basil is a tender annual herb that thrives in warm, sunny conditions and well-draining soil. Regular pruning and pinching encourages bushier growth and a continuous harvest throughout the summer.

Basil is one of the easiest herbs to keep alive in your kitchen, to the point it will keep growing even if you forget about it sitting on your window. That being said, basil is a warm weather plant ...

Basil is a popular, easy-to-grow herb that many gardeners (and chefs) adore. Its delicious leaves bring a delightful blend of sweet, peppery, and clove-like flavors to a variety of dishes. However, ...