Each year, tracks from musical artists of all types vie for the coveted “song of the summer” title. If there were an herb of the summer, that crown would always be snugly rested atop basil’s head.

Everyone loves basil in pesto or Caprese salad, but there are so many more ways to make great use of this bright, versatile herb. Learn how to buy, store, and cook with basil. Simply Recipes / Lori ...

Discover the joys of growing fresh basil with our step-by-step instructions. Knowing how to grow fresh basil is paramount in the culinary world (or really anyone with functional taste buds)—the dried ...

Imagine stepping outside your door and plucking fresh basil leaves to for your favorite dishes? Container gardening is a convenient way to grow this popular herb, no matter how limited your outdoor ...

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

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Try propagating basil in both water and soil. Basil needs indirect light, clean water, and a humid environment to grow. Propagate basil between late spring and end of summer. If you're growing a ...

Basil oxidizes quickly at cold temperatures, and shouldn’t be refrigerated. Experts recommend storing basil in a glass or jar of water at room temperature, stems facing down. To extend its life, avoid ...