Basil and tomatoes are happy companions, pairing well both on the plate and in the ground, as there are a few reasons to grow ...

Growing basil from seed in early spring is a great way to get a jump on your summer garden. Not only are seeds an inexpensive way to grow loads of the herb, but they also allow you to try out unusual ...

If you're a fan of cooking with fresh herbs, it only makes sense to grow them at home. It turns out, with this growing method ...

Growing basil from seed in early spring is a great way to get a jump on your summer garden. Not only are seeds an inexpensive way to grow loads of the herb, but they also allow you to try out unusual ...

Many herbs are hard to grow from seed (ahem, parsley!), but there are some quick-germinating types: Here are the herbs that ...

There's a certain joy in actually using the plants/herbs you've grown in your own garden during your culinary adventures. For some reason, that tomato that grew on the vine for months just tastes so ...

Basil is relatively straightforward to cultivate, and keeping herbs on your kitchen counter is tremendously handy, as their leaves will dramatically enhance the flavour of pasta, soups, and even ...

ANNE WRITES: WHY IS BASIL SO DIFFICULT TO GROW? I planted some seeds in the ground in March with no success. I visited a local nursery and they only had sweet basil and Thai basil. What is the ...

Get the most out of your basil plants with these simple tips.

I see it every spring about the time the first vegetables start to appear in the stores. Tucked in among the cabbages, spinach and lettuce are basil plants … shivering, cold basil plants. I almost ...