Here’s the trick to having unlimited basil in one pot — skip the seeds and multiply plants from existing stems.
Step-by-Step Basil Propagation
- Cut healthy stems about 4–6 inches long from an existing basil plant.
- Remove the leaves from the bottom 2 inches of the stem.
- Place stems in a glass of water near a sunny window.
- Change water every 2 days to prevent bacteria growth.
- Roots will appear in 5–7 days.
- Once roots are 2 inches long, plant the cuttings directly into your pot.
☀️ Light and Temperature Needs
- Basil requires 6–8 hours of sunlight daily.
- Ideal temperature: 70–85°F (21–29°C).
- In colder climates, grow indoors on a sunny windowsill or under grow lights.
📌 Fact: A NASA plant growth study found basil’s growth rate increases by up to 30%
when supplemented with full-spectrum LED grow lights.
💧 Watering for Maximum Growth
- Keep soil moist but not soggy.
- Water at the base to avoid fungal diseases.
- In summer, check daily — basil hates drying out.
✂️ Pruning: The Key to Unlimited Harvests
Pruning basil isn’t just about tidiness — it’s how you stimulate endless new growth.
How to prune correctly:
How to prune correctly:
- Wait until the plant is 6–8 inches tall.
- Cut stems just above a pair of leaves.
- Harvest regularly — never let basil flower, as it stops leaf production.
🧪 Research from the University of Florida showed basil plants pruned every 2–3 weeks had 40% more leaves than unpruned plants.
🐛 Pest and Disease Prevention
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