Gardeners often plant certain herbs hoping they'll help keep pests away. But when it comes to chiggers, one popular garden ...

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 ...

Harvest healthy basil all season long.

Truly one of the glories of the summer garden, basil (Ocimum basilicum) is a pungent herb that adds excitement to all sorts of salads, sandwiches, and pasta dishes. The thought of that homegrown ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." To get the specifics on basil plant care, we consulted Adam Weiss, founder of Pike Lane Gardens in ...

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.

Tomatoes and basil have long been a classic culinary pairing. From Caprese salad to pasta sauces to Margherita pizza, the two ingredients are commonly used together in kitchens around the world. But ...

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 ...

Tomatoes thrive when grown alongside companion plants such as basil, nasturtiums or marigolds, according to specialists at ...