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How To Grow Basil: Planting and Growing Tips
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How To Grow Basil: Planting and Growing Tips

ByJennifer Lowenthal July 12, 2023October 8, 2023

Basil is one of America’s most beloved herbs. Many people use basil in the kitchen for tasty dishes, it is easy to grow, and has relatively few pests and diseases. Basil comes in a multitude of flavors. Many people refer to basil as “the king of the herbs”. Basil has many uses in culinary dishes,…

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About Jennifer Lowenthal

Jennifer Lowenthal has been passionate about all things horticulture for 30 years. She has a degree in Horticulture and has been a Master Gardener for over 10 years. She loves to grow organic flowering plants and organic vegetables. She has recently dabbled in moss gardening and ways to replace her lawn with better ecological and environmentally friendly gardening styles. She loves to work with native plants to the Houston area. She lives there with her 2 teenage boys, husband, 2 dogs, cat, and guinea pig.

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  • Perennials
    • Porterweed/Vervain
    • 17 Hummingbird Plants – 2023
  • Flowering Plants
    • Fall Flowers: The Dos and Don’ts of Container Gardening
    • Maximize Your Fall Flower Garden on a Budget
    • 15 Beginner-Friendly Fall Flowers to Cultivate
    • Discover Fall Flowers That Keep on Blossoming All Season
    • Discover 20 Native Fall Flowers for North American Gardens!
    • The Ultimate Guide to Christmas Cactus Plants Care
  • Butterflies
    • Where Do Monarch Butterflies Migrate To?
    • Gardening for Butterflies
    • The Amazing Tactics of How Butterflies Defend Themselves
    • Understanding Predators of Butterflies and Butterfly Larvae
  • Vegetables
    • How and When to Plant Garlic
    • How To Grow Carrots
    • Exploring the Best Fall Vegetables to Plant in Texas
  • Herbs
    • How To Grow Basil: Planting and Growing Tips
  • Insects
    • How Do I Get Rid of Fall Webworms
    • The Gardener’s Guide to Aphids: Understanding and Managing These Common Pests
  • Trees
    • Why Are There So Many Acorns? 2023
  • Garden Design
    • 12 Ways to Create A Sensory Garden For Autism
    • Gardening After Hip Replacement
    • 10 Stunning Plant Varieties for Vibrant Fall Foliage and Berries
    • Creating Raised Garden Beds
    • 10 Easy and Fun DIY Birdbaths
  • Gift Ideas For A Gardener
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