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 ...

Strawberries are a perfect plant for containers, especially hanging containers. They look gorgeous with the fruit drooping ...

Make sure to keep basil in warm temperatures away from drafts or cold air. Ideally keep temperatures between 70ºF and 85ºF, ...

Even though you might have limited space to garden, you still can grow herbs in pots to enjoy fresh basil, thyme, parsley, and other favorites. Herb gardens in containers are among the easiest types ...

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 ...

Basil is a tender annual herb that thrives in warm, sunny conditions and well-draining soil. Regular pruning and pinching encourages bushier growth and a continuous harvest throughout the summer.

Fresh basil on your last-minute pasta dish in the middle of winter? Yes, please! Learning how to grow basil in water is the easy solution to cultivating a year-round herb garden, thanks to hydroponic ...

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 ...

Feeding woody herbs with calcium can enhance their health and promote root development, helping to ward off common plant ...