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Q.Is Something Wrong With My Basil?

Anonymous added on June 18, 2021 | Answered

I have this small basil plant that I’ve regrown from a stem and I’m letting its flowers die so that I can harvest the seeds but the flower stem is completely covered in these white spots and I dont know if this is normal or maybe some type of disease

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BushDoctor
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Answered on June 30, 2021

The photo isn't quite clear, but it looks like aphid moltings! This article will help you to get rid of aphids:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/homemade-aphid-control.htm

These articles will help you to care for basil:

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

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