Is basil a perennial? It might not survive a freeze, but you can grow these plants year-round with a few simple steps.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The Spruce / K. Dave Basil is a beloved herb and an essential ingredient in every season. But is it possible to keep this plant as ...

Basil is a herb that needs no introduction. Its aromatic leaves, with their distinctive fragrance and incredible flavor, have ...

TIME FOR BASIL: Put in basil plants now and enjoy a wonderful fresh seasoning for summer cooking. Many herbs already in your garden, such as thyme, sage, oregano, mint, dill, cilantro and parsley, are ...

Basil is a tender annual herb that thrives in warm, sunny conditions and well-draining soil. Regular pruning and pinching encourages bushier growth and a continuous harvest throughout the summer.

When I first started gardening more than 40 years ago, it made no sense to me why anyone would plant a flower that lived for just one summer when there were so-called “perennials” that came back year ...