Gardener holding a tray of basil seedlings ready for planting - Zbynek Pospisil/Getty Images For pesto lovers and those who adore Mediterranean dishes, basil (Ocimum basilicum) is one of those ...

Truly one of the glories of the summer garden, basil (Ocimum basilicum) is a pungent herb that adds excitement to all sorts of salads, sandwiches, and pasta dishes. The thought of that homegrown ...

I love a plant that gives you lots of reasons to grow it and basil offers up plenty. Not only do you get a vibrant plant for the window box and a delicious herb for cooking, basil also yields flowers ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Basil is easily one of the most popular herbs in the U.S. It's tasty and easy to grow, elevating even the most humble pasta dish. You don't ...

Of all the herbs, basil is most likely to be crowned prom queen. Basil has charisma. Basil carries an alluring perfume and a kind, gentle demeanor. And if you judge an herb by the company it keeps, ...