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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    May 2, 2011
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    It may be sun scald. This happens when plants are not hardened off before they are brought outside. It should pass. This article will explain more:
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/seeds/how-to-harden-off-your-seedlings.htm

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    Nikki on
    May 4, 2011
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    While most herbs require full sun, here are some shade tolerant herbs: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/hgen/shade-tolerant-herbs-for-your-herb-garden.htm

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    Heather on
    May 8, 2011
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    As long as they come from dried flowers, they can be replanted without drying. It is best to wait until the flowers are dry to make sure that you are collecting fully ripe seeds.

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    Nikki on
    May 9, 2011
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    Heather on
    May 16, 2011
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    You should be able to buy seeds for this in the UK. You might want to look for it under the name tulsi, which is another common name for it.

    This is one site that sells the seeds: http://www.chilternseeds.co.uk/item.php?id=1376P

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    Nikki on
    May 14, 2011
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    The very best organic pest control I have found is neem oil. It's very effective and safe for beneficial bugs, like bees and lady bugs. It's also safe for humans. Here is more information on neem oil: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/neem-oil-uses.htm

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    Nikki on
    May 18, 2011
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    You should start pinching your basil as soon as it about 6" tall. Just pinch off the tips of the branches (and use them in a recipe) and continue to do so through the season. This article will help:
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/hgen/making-herbs-bigger-through-pinching-and-harvesting.htm

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