If you love to cook using fresh basil, here are some ways to start new plants.
I've had great success propagating basil from cuttings . . . take a cutting and prepare as shown in the photo, dip in rooting hormone, plant in a container with well draining soil, water regularly and keep in indirect sun.
Here is another method from Birds and Blooms . . . click here.
Photo source is Birds and Blooms.
Although this was prepared for Florida gardeners, it would also work for those states with similar fall climates, like certain parts of Texas.
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I've been able to grow tomato and pepper plants all year long in Florida. Fall is one of the best months to grow veggies in my area!
The source for this illustration is University of Florida, one of my favorite resources for Florida gardening information.
Click here to go to my Florida gardening page on my website . . . includes lots of informative links.
