Sweet and spicy with hints of cloves and mint, basil (Ocimum basilicum), an herb commonly used in Mediterranean cuisine, is an easy-to-grow plant that's popular with gardeners and cooks. But, it's ...

There's something quietly satisfying about growing your own basil. You start with a small seedling on a windowsill or tucked into a garden bed, and within a few weeks, you've got lush green stems that ...