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- Q.Holes In Several Of My Basil Leaves - There are holes in several of my basil leaves and some of them are yellow.
- Q.How Can I Keep My Potted Basil Plants From Dying - How can I keep my potted basil plants from dying? Every year they start off fine. I have tried full ...
- Q.Thai Basil - Does this spread like mint?
- Q.My Basil Is Turning Yellow - My basil is turning yellow. It's planted in a large container with Miracle Grow soil. Can you tell me what ...
- Q.Cinnamon Basil Is Over Taking Our Garden - We have a plot at our church's community garden. The plot had Cinnamon Basil all over it. We dug up ...
- Q.Transplant Basil - Where and how to transplant basil?
- Q.What Is Skeletonizing My Basil Leaves - What is skeletonizing my basil leaves and what can I do to stop it?
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carolgboca on
March 17, 2015
south floridaQ.holes in several of my basil leaves
There are holes in several of my basil leaves and some of them are yellow.
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
March 17, 2015A.Holes in your leaves indicate something is munching on your basil. I am a big basil fan and grow nearly 20 plants each year.
The fragrant basil sometimes attract unwanted bugs, caterpillars, and spiders. I prefer to cover the basil with a light netting to help cutdown on insect damage.Neem Oil is a good safe product to use in the garden.
Here are a few links to help you.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/neem-oil-uses.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/basil/how-to-grow-basil-plants.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/basil/basil-diseases.htm
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- Asked by
Oddy on
April 11, 2015
ConnecticutQ.How can I keep my potted basil plants from dying
How can I keep my potted basil plants from dying? Every year they start off fine. I have tried full sun, part shade, small pots, big pots, etc. All my herbs do well.
Answered by
shelley on
April 11, 2015
Certified ExpertA.What is the lifespan of your basil plants? Do you grow from seed or buy plants? What symptoms do they exhibit as they are dying? Another thing to keep in mind is that basil are very cold sensitive plants and you will not want to put them outside too soon.
Basils need to be put in a location with good sun. Tell me about your watering practices. The pots you use need to have good drainage. Basils need consistent moisture so you have to be careful not to under/over water. For specific guidelines on how to water basils in containers, please visit the following link:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/basil/basil-watering-tips.htmFor more information on growing basil, please visit the following link:
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JoyB on
April 13, 2015
75070Q.Thai Basil
Does this spread like mint?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
April 13, 2015A.No, Thai Basil is not invasive.
Here is a link with information about growing Thai Basil.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/basil/growing-thai-basil.htm
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Duckman829 on
April 15, 2015
Central Florida, zone 9Q.My basil is turning yellow
My basil is turning yellow. It's planted in a large container with Miracle Grow soil. Can you tell me what might be the problem?
- Answered by
shelley on
April 15, 2015
Certified ExpertA.One of the most common causes of yellowing leaves is over-watering. I would review the following article which will give you specific guidelines on how to water your basil:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/basil/basil-watering-tips.htmIf watering is not the issue, then this article will help you identify other possible causes:
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mcampbell47 on
April 30, 2015
Keller, TexasQ.Cinnamon Basil is over taking our garden
We have a plot at our church's community garden. The plot had Cinnamon Basil all over it. We dug up all of it, but one small plant. Now, two weeks later, it is taking over our garden where we have vegetables and herbs planted. The church doesn't allow us to use any pesticide to kill basil, unless it's organic. What do we use to get rid of the basil that is taking over? Thanks for your help.
- Answered by
shelley on
April 30, 2015
Certified ExpertA.Cinnamon basil has shallow roots so it should be relatively easy to hand pull, which is what I recommend you do in this case.
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mcampbell47 on
April 30, 2015A.Shelley: thanks for responding. We have pulled & pulled the basil out by the roots, but it just keeps coming back. What else can I do?
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Anonymous on
June 3, 2015Q.transplant basil
Where and how to transplant basil?
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Downtoearthdigs on
June 5, 2015A.This article will help with growing and planting basil in the garden: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/basil/how-to-grow-basil-plants.htm
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donellahartman on
June 10, 2015
North IdahoQ.what is skeletonizing my basil leaves
What is skeletonizing my basil leaves and what can I do to stop it?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
June 10, 2015A.Japanese Beetles are most likely the culprit.
Look for them and pull them off.
Here is a link with more information.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/basil/holes-in-basil-leaves.htm
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