As a culinary staple, basil deserves a place in every herb garden. From Caprese salads and garnish to pesto and other pasta sauces, fresh basil can zhuzh up any meal (there's a reason you'll find it in almost all Italian cuisine).
Generally, growing this aromatic herb is really simple, but there's a trick you ought to know if you want an everlasting crop that will serve your family meals for years to come. 'To keep your basil plants producing lush leaves all season long, it's important to harvest them correctly,' says Lina Cowley, professional gardener at Trimmed Roots.
