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Default Anyone know how to keep a basil plant going?

On Thu, 5 Jul 2012 17:18:45 -0700 (PDT), Kalmia
> wrote:

>On Jul 5, 8:14*pm, Boron Elgar > wrote:
>> On Thu, 5 Jul 2012 16:54:11 -0700 (PDT), Kalmia
>>
>> > wrote:
>> >I have had parsley producing for months, but wonder what the technique
>> >is for basil. *I bought a full plant in supermkt tda, but want to keep
>> >it producing too. *TIA

>>
>> Do not let it go to flower. Pinch off any flower buds and it'll last
>> much, much longer. In fact, when you want leaves, lop off the top of
>> the biggest stem. It should send out side shoots in response. That
>> too, will make it last longer.
>>
>> It'll do better outdoors if you can keep it there, too.
>>
>> By the way, standard basil grows like a weed, so if you have any room
>> in the garden at all, or a 6" or greater flower pot, toss in some
>> seeds and stand back.
>>
>> I have 4-5 different basils growing out there right now.
>>
>> Boron

>
>Green with envy. Does is like sun, partial or what?


As much sun as you can give it. Keep it damp, but not wet.

Boron