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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    August 1, 2011
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    It is most likely slugs. They LOVE basil and they only come out at night. This article will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/facts-about-slugs-and-how-to-kill-garden-slugs.htm

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    Susan75023 on
    August 4, 2011
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    pinch from the top of the plant (or end of branches). It will regrow and no bare spots.

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    Nikki on
    August 11, 2011
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    You can try some of these organic pest controls: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/organic/natural-home-pesticides-organic-garden-pest-control.htm

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    Nikki on
    August 16, 2011
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    Many things can cause this. Here's an article that may help pinpoint the reason for yellowing of the leaves in your plant: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/plant-leaves-turn-yellow.htm

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    mario on
    August 21, 2011
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    yes basil has vitimans

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    Nikki on
    August 27, 2011
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    It is hard to say for certain what type of caterpillar these are, but Bacillus Thuringiensis (Bt) spray can quickly eradicate these leaf and stem-eating worms. It is a safe, biological insecticide. In fact, Bt a bacterium which is toxic to many moth and butterfly larvae (caterpillars) and will not harm the plants or other beneficial creatures.

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    Nikki on
    August 28, 2011
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    They are safe to eat. It is a fungus called black spot. It will not harm you and should not affect the flavor.

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