Basil is easily the most popular herb grown in our gardens. With its delicious, distinctive flavor, basil makes the perfect garnish for Italian-style dishes and is a main ingredient in pesto. Growing ...

Gardener holding a tray of basil seedlings ready for planting - Zbynek Pospisil/Getty Images For pesto lovers and those who adore Mediterranean dishes, basil (Ocimum basilicum) is one of those ...

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

Fresh on your pizza, added to your favorite Italian and Southeastern Asian dishes, or made into pesto, it’s not surprising basil is often called the king of herbs. Look for opportunities to include ...

Fresh on your pizza, added to your favorite Italian and Southeastern Asian dishes, or made into pesto, it’s not surprising basil is often called the king of herbs. Look for opportunities to include ...

Tampa (BLOOM) – Growing and harvesting your own cooking herbs is a rewarding experience that adds freshness and flavor to your culinary creations. Whether you have a spacious garden or a small balcony ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Even though late summer and fall can be some of the busiest weeks of the growing season, many gardeners would agree that the extra time it ...

Whether you have a patio container garden or a backyard garden, the fall harvest season is coming sooner than you might think. From cucumbers, peppers and tomatoes to fragrant herbs and flowers - now ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Growing your own culinary herbs, such as mint, rosemary, or thyme, is an excellent way to enhance your ...

The last week of June is the time to set your flowers up for continued color by fertilizing and remembering to dead head and pinch back annuals such as petunias, geraniums and marigolds. A good rule ...