Gardener holding a tray of basil seedlings ready for planting - Zbynek Pospisil/Getty Images For pesto lovers and those who adore Mediterranean dishes, basil (Ocimum basilicum) is one of those ...

Basil thrives in containers because it likes the warmth, and pots are great at retaining the day's heat. This is the best way to grow basil in northern or short-season climates. This common pizza and ...

Keep your favorite herbs within easy reach for cooking and seasoning by growing them in containers. A few pots set by your door and grill or on the patio, deck or balcony make it easy to include some ...

Is there anything more picturesque and charming than an old-fashioned herb garden? Fortunately, you don't need a sprawling yard to grow an assortment of delicious herbs. Many can thrive in pots and ...

Container gardening is an excellent way to bring color, fragrance and beauty to small spaces, patios, or balconies. Whether you want a beautiful floral display or a fresh supply of herbs for your ...

Shaun Mercer of Glen Allen Greenhouse visits Peggy Singlemann to talk about growing herbs in containers and how to choose the proper soil and light conditions for your plants. Featured on VHG episode ...

This story is part of a package about growing food in containers. Here’s all you need to know, plus learn how to successfully grow vegetables and fruits in a contained space. When it comes to ...

Growing herbs has become a favorite hobby of many cooks who enjoy gardening. It's a project that can be successful year-round. "When the high temperatures of summer begin to drop, gardening season isn ...

The UC Master Gardeners of Butte County are part of the University of California Cooperative Extension system, serving our ...

Basil (Ocimum basilicum) is rightfully listed among the herbs that are perfect for growing in your backyard garden. Its enduring popularity stems from its ease of growth coupled with the culinary, ...