I bought this as a little plant at Publix because it was cheaper than buying a packet of basil. I pruned aggressively (it felt like I was cutting off $3 worth every time) but I’m pleased with the outcome and have given gallon bags away to my neighbors!
by Seliftidder
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Why? You still get TONS and TONS of basil, and the bees LOVE it sooooo much. Feed the bees!!
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Yep, basil loves being pruned! You can go pretty far down the stem too.
Last year I stopped saving the basil and just trimmed I had so much. And it just kept going.
What a delicious bush you have. 🍻
All i can think when i see this is all the deliciously seasoned pasta you must have
It’s almost pesto season, guys!!!
Mine always die. How often do you water/fertilize?
Love it! I’m looking forward to my little ones growing big too
The possums do it for me. Every night, right back to the same couple of leaves 😂
I could smell this picture 😂
Pesto freezes well. Enjoy the harvest!
I just make salsa verde whenever my herbs are getting the better of me. Salsa verde on everything!!