Picking varieties
Genovese (the classic), Lemon basil, Thai basil.
Sowing
Sow shallow, about 0.5 cm deep, in small pots. Keep the soil moist and warm.
Care
Pinch off the flowers to keep the leaves coming. Water regularly.
Harvest & storage
Pick leaves often, preferably the top of each shoot. Use fresh or dry them. They also freeze well in ice cubes with olive oil.
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The Basil Guide
Coming soonEverything on this page and more, as a printable PDF: sowing to harvest, my varieties, the month-by-month schedule.
Join the letter — hear when it landsA friendly reminder: every garden plays by its own rules. Zones, soil, weather and a hundred small things decide what works — so this is how I did it and what worked for me, not a promise. Try, learn, adjust, try again.. that's half the fun anyway.