Fresh cut basil leaves can be stored in a couple of different ways. The first is by keeping the basil in a bouquet (just like flowers!) and the second is using an air-tight container or zip-top bag.

Basil is a delicious herb that can be used in sweet and savory dishes alike. But if you want to harvest more from the plant, ...

Here’s how to keep the harvest coming.

Don’t let a bumper crop of basil go to waste. Preserve its flavor and zest with proper storage and preservation. Extend the life of fresh basil by removing any discolored leaves and cutting the bottom ...

Garden columnist Dan Gill answers readers' questions each week. To send a question, email Gill at gnogardening@agcenter.lsu.edu. I have just purchased several pagoda plants. They all have outgrown the ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. This is Ree’s preferred method! Simply trim the basil and place in a jar filled with a few inches of water. Keep it on your ...