Giant Basil Leavs But No Flowering

Question

I have a basil plant that i almost 3 feet high with giant leaves but no flowering. Can you help me how to make the plant flowering o I could save the seeds? Thank you Osvaldo P.

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Answer 1

Unfortunately, it appears too young to flower! Each time you cut it back, it will flower at maturity, so patience will be in order. If several months pass by, the plant is thick and bushy with many branches, and still does not flower, then you might consider a soil test. This could mean that your soil contains too much nitrogen, and not enough phosphorus and potassium.

Here are some articles that will help:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/testing-soil.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/soil-ph-plants.htm

This collection of articles will help you with Basil:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/basil