If it were a strict head-to-head competition, basil seeds edge out chia seeds. They have more fiber, iron, and calcium per ...

Chia seeds have been our go-to for a few years now, whether we're making a healthy pudding for breakfast or dessert, adding them to our kombucha for a nutritional boost or using them as an egg ...

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 ...

The basil plant (Ocimum basilicum) is known for its distinctive smell, and of course, its inclusion within a multitude of food recipes. But as a grower, you may sometimes find that your plant has ...

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 ...

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... One of the many pleasures and essences of the outdoor growing season is basil. What other edible herb breathes so much flavor and summer sunshine into a dish ...

Time lapse video of an Italian sweet basil planted from seed to harvesting culinary herb. It was grown indoor in a small pot with typical potting mix vegetable soil. #Basil #Herb #PlantTimeLapse ...

Basil grows well next to many different plants. In fact, it can improve the taste of its neighbors, and its strong smell can thwart common garden pests like aphids and spider mites. As a result, basil ...