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- How do I use Marseille Basil?
- Does basil need sun or shade?
- How do you keep potted basil alive?
- Why is my basil dying?
- What is Marseille Basil?
- What are the different types of basil plants?
- What temperature will kill basil?
- Do basil plants like coffee grounds?
- What does Overwatered basil look like?
- Can you keep basil alive all year?
- How long will a basil plant live?
How do I use Marseille Basil?
As a culinary herb, Marseille basil can be used as any other variety. It pairs well with tomatoes, pasta, mild cheeses, and vegetables. You can eat it fresh in a salad, use it in baked dishes, or dry the leaves to store and use later.
Does basil need sun or shade?
Basil is a tropical herb, and plants need sun and heat to thrive. Give it a spot that receives six to eight hours of sun daily, except in the South and Southwest, where afternoon shade is a must. Basil needs moist, nutrient-rich soil that drains well.
How do you keep potted basil alive?
You can definitely keep a healthy basil plant indoors, but you'll want to make sure it gets at least 6 hours of sunlight each day. A kitchen windowsill is often your best bet.
Why is my basil dying?
The two most common causes of a Basil plant dying are overwatering and underwatering. Temperature stress, lighting problems, disease, or pests are also common causes of a basil plant wilting or dying. Basil plants are usually annuals, so individual plants typically only last one growing season.
What is Marseille Basil?
France's premier heirloom, Marseilles basil is a dwarf, compact variety loaded with full sized leaves. Hundreds of medium-sized, very aromatic leaves with that classic deep rich basil flavor. Never bitter. “Marseilles” is the traditional basil used in pistou, the Provençal version of pesto.
What are the different types of basil plants?
What temperature will kill basil?
Basil plants are sensitive to frost, and any prolonged exposure to subfreezing temperature can kill the plant. But even temperatures below 50 degrees Fahrenheit can stunt the plant's growth and might damage leaves.
Do basil plants like coffee grounds?
Coffee grounds do have a place in the growth of basil. ... We know that basil likes soil that is neutral to slightly acidic. However, coffee grounds can add a lot of acid to the soil. As such, you must be careful when adding coffee grounds.
What does Overwatered basil look like?
Overwatered basil will show signs of wilting. You might also observe leaves turning yellow or dark brown, and this could be dangerous. If you suspect you're overwatering your basil, the first thing to do is inspect the roots of your plant.
Can you keep basil alive all year?
As previously mentioned, basil is an annual in most cases. ... You can try to keep basil through the winter. However, sweet basil is meant to live its life cycle within one year and thereafter go to seed. At the end of the season, though, you can try to keep it alive by moving potted basil indoors.
How long will a basil plant live?
Basil may survive for two years before replanting in warm climates. An indoor basil plant with full sun and steady warm temperatures may last longer as well. Basil plants are sensitive to cold weather and frost.
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