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Basil Grow Guide

A warm-weather favorite—easy, fragrant, and perfect on a sunny windowsill.

Quick Specs
Quick Start
Common mistakes
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Germination

5–10 days

Harvest

Start pinching once established; regular pinching = bushier plant

Temp

70–85°F (21–29°C)

Light

Bright light 6–8 hrs/day (more light = stronger aroma)

Quick Start (30 sec)

Basil hates cold—warmth + light are the two keys.

Sow

Plant seeds about 2× the seed’s thickness.

Water

Evenly moist; don’t let it stay waterlogged.

Light

Bright light 6–8 hrs/day.

Thin

Give space so airflow stays clean.

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Common mistakes

Too cold

move warmer; basil slows fast in cool temps.

Overwatering

let the top layer dry slightly.

Not pinching

pinch tops to prevent tall, weak growth.

Use ideas（Gardening）

Bushy plant tip: Pinch the top set of leaves regularly to branch out.
Aroma tip: Strongest flavor comes from bright light + steady watering.

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Heirloom · open-pollinated · batch-tested for germination

FAQs

How long does basil take to sprout?

Usually 7–14 days, especially when kept warm and evenly moist.

Why are my basil leaves small and pale?

Usually not enough light. Increase light hours/intensity.

How do I harvest basil without killing the plant?

Pinch above a leaf pair so it branches. Avoid stripping all leaves from one stem.

Need help with basil?

Tell us your setup (temp + light + watering) and what you’re seeing. We reply within 24 hours.

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