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Basil
What It Helps:
How It Helps:
Basil is very close with the health benefits of mint
It helps with digestion and digestive health
Relaxes the muscles and dialtes the blood vessels, which in turn helps with blood pressure.
Has antibacterial properties
Tips & Other Info.
When storing, keep them moist by wrapping in a damp paper towel and placing them in a ziploc bag.
When cooking, it is best to use as a garnish or use it at the very last minute.
If drying, make a bunch and hang them upside down in a warm room.
Gardening Tips & Info.
Here are some planting tips and information if you want to have this plant in your own backyard (or front yard)
Planting Season
Harvesting Season
Pruning Season
Watering Schedule
Sunlight Exposure
Potted / In Ground
Sow (indoors) in early to mid Spring (March-April) | Summer (June-August) to early fall (September). | Removing flowers help in producing more leaves. | Watering: Needs regular watering
Feeding: Organic mulch or fertilizer during growing season. | Full sun; Does best indoors. | Potted indoors; does well in containers. |
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