Learning how to pick basil the right way is important and we will teach you how. The tasteful basil herb is even more distinguishable when grown and used fresh from the garden. It is a must-have in every garden. How you pick them matters. So continue reading to find out.
There are different varieties of basil to grow, but sweet basil is the most common type of basil grown. Basil plants can be grown both hydroponically and in an outdoor garden.
To commence basil planting, get your seeds and plant them. You can plant them indoors if you wish. Preferably, you should plant them 6 weeks before the last spring frost.
It’s fine to pick basil any time of the day. However, morning is the best time to harvest basil but that does not stop you from harvesting them at period.
Pick your basil from stem to stem and avoid cutting off the stem. Be gentle as you pinch off the leaves from the stem they are attached to. Avoid using sharp tools to cut the leaves.
Freezing: you will need to freeze them.
Drying: it is another method of storing your excess basil leaves.
Storing Fresh Basil In Water: you can place them inside a glass jar.