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Sarah Wilson

How to grow basil indoors – 6 easy steps for fresh leaves all year round

Basil plants being propagated on windowsill.

There are lots of reasons why it makes perfect sense to find out how to grow basil indoors. Growing this favorite herb indoors means you'll have a fresh supply easily to hand whenever you need it for cooking or garnishing dishes.

It also means you can grow basil all year round for a continuous supply, something that's much harder to do if you grow it outdoors as this is one herb that can be picky about weather, especially if you live in a cool climate. Plus of course, your basil plant is more likely to be bothered by pests in the garden. 

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