Basil

Basil loves warm weather and full sun. Pinch off flower buds to extend leaf production and harvest regularly for bushier plants.

Basil

Growing conditions

Ocimum basilicum

Full Sun

Rich, well-draining soil

12–24 in tall

Care

Basil loves warm weather and full sun. Pinch off flower buds to extend leaf production and harvest regularly for bushier plants.

Basil is sensitive to cold. Do not plant outdoors until all frost danger has passed.