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...]
What is the best month to plant basil?
QUESTION: What is the best month to plant basil? I don't want to plant it too early or too late in the season and I still haven't planted yet. - Emily L ANSWER: This will depend upon your planting zone. Each planting zone has a final frost date. Therefore, you can plan your … [Read more...]