Can I Reuse The Soil In Planter From Basil Plants That Had Downey Mildew To Plant New Basil Plants In?

Question

The basil plants I had planted in a planter outside got infected with downey mildew. I got rid of the infected plants. Can I plant new basil plants in this same soil?

Answer 1

It's best not to use the soil unless it is sterilized first. Here's a helpful article:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/sterilizing-soil.htm