Planting Basil

Basil is a heat-loving annual with roots in tropical India and Asia. Plant outside after May 15 when nightime temperatures are reliably above 55° F.

• Choose a site with full sun, meaning at least 6 hours of direct sun per day.
• Soil should be well-drained and enriched with coarse organic matter.
• A light layer of organic mulch helps to moderate soil temperature and moisture, and to deter weeds.
• Basil also performs very well in pots. Use a good quality potting mix.