If you’re raising your own herb garden, you’re sure to have some basil growing. Often referred to as the king of herbs, basil has more than sixty varieties worldwide. Even in our area there are about 15-20 varieties that you can grow. Here are some tips on how to have success growing your basil.

Basil loves warm weather, and in our area it’s considered a summer annual. Make sure the basil in your garden is placed in part to full sunshine. You can also grow it indoors for a while, especially if you have a grow light. Basil doesn’t like too much water, so water it…