By Jennifer Poindexter When you research gardening, it’s common to read articles on companion planting, but have you ever considered which plants you shouldn’t grow near each other? If you’re interested in starting an herb garden, you should pay close attention to … [Read more...]
Why are my basil leaves turning yellow?
QUESTION: Why are my basil leaves turning yellow? I started with starter plants and not from seed this year, and the rest of the stuff in my garden seems to be doing ok. I can't figure out what might be wrong. - Emily Y JENNIFER POINDEXTER AT GARDENING CHANNEL REPLIES: There … [Read more...]
Which herbs grow best with basil?
QUESTION: Which herbs grow best with basil? I am going to grow a couple of basil plants, but I have room for two or three other herbs too and hope you might have some suggestions! - Karole A ANSWER: There are quite a few herbs that grow well alongside basil as companion … [Read more...]
18 Great Companion Plants for Basil
By Jennifer Poindexter Are you interested in trying companion planting around your garden? If so, it’s wise to start with a plant you know and love. Then you'll want to figure out which plants make the best companions. Let’s begin with basil. This is an herb that many people … [Read more...]
How long do herbs take to grow?
QUESTION: How long do herbs take to grow? I was thinking about growing some herbs that I would use in my kitchen so they'd be fresh instead of dried. - Kathleen A ANSWER: There's no quick and easy answer for this one! The length of time it takes for herbs to grow from planting … [Read more...]