You are not alone, many people confuse basil and oregano. They look pretty similar. However, their taste is quite different, and also, if you take care, you can also notice differences in their appearance. If you want to know in what they differ (taste? use in the kitchen) here you will find what you need….
One fact that many ignore when looking for good companion plants for basil: some plants might be harmful to your basil and vice versa. Indeed, each herb, basil included, has ideal companions as well as plants that should never be paired with them. Knowing these will save you time and money, and help you avoid…
Basil and cilantro are quite different herbs although both widely adopted in the kitchen. If you’re making pesto sauce and run out of basil, you may wonder whether you should reach for the cilantro. While these two herbs often work well together, they are not the same. This article has you covered with all the…
You might have heard about Thai basil and wondered if there is any particular difference compared to the most common sweet basil. Does Thai basil is better on recipes? Which one to use and when? Do they look different? Thai basil has a milder flavor with an extra licorice aroma missing in sweet basil. Thai…
Purple basil is a beautiful herb that very likely you have as an ornament in your house. However, as you might have experienced, its intense color might fade. Do not despair, this article has you covered with science-backed up information and remedies if this happens. Hence, why your purple basil is turning green? Purple basil…
Perhaps you are thinking of growing basil indoor, excited by the idea of having the freshest and tastiest leaves for your plates. Maybe you already have a few basil plants, but they are tiny, they die quickly, or they are not producing all the leaves you want. This post has you covered. It provides 21…