A key guideline for planting basil outdoors is to monitor the temperature. For seeds to germinate, basil needs soil between ...

Someone harvesting leaves from their basil plant with a pair of scissors. - Elva Etienne/Getty Images Basil (Ocimum basilicum) is one of the most rewarding herbs to grow, especially for beginners.

Basil’s unique anise flavor gives pizza, pasta sauces, salads, and even drinks a distinct fresh taste. This garden herb is ...

Gardening experts explain seven reasons your basil plant may be wilting. ranmaru_ / Getty Images Basil is a favorite herb for so many reasons—it has an inviting fragrance, imparts a lot of flavor, and ...