Is it just me, or does basil seem to turn black and unusable in the blink of an eye? You pick up that package at the store, with dreams of Caprese salad or a fragrant tossed pasta in your head. But ...

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Lauren Murphy is a writer and environmentalist based in the Pacific Northwest. She holds a degree in Environmental Sciences from Western Washington University. Basil is a delicious herb that can ...

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, ...

Basil is the perfect addition to any dish, but foodies seem to always face a common problem when using the culinary hero herb. Like most produce, it has a short life span, meaning it doesn't stay ...

Buying a fresh basil plant from the supermarket might seem like a great idea, until it starts wilting and dying just days later. It’s a frustrating experience many people face, especially when hoping ...