In summer, I do see many stores selling potted herbs, but I hardly find organic basil. Growing herbs at home is very easy.
Here is what you need to do to root basil.
Cut the bottom 1-2 centemeter of the stem, so that the new cells get exposed to the air. Remove most of the leaves from the stem, leaving just a few leaves on the top portion. Dip this stem in a flas filled with water. Make sure that the leaves are not in water, or they will decay.
Change the water every few days. After 2-3 weeks, you will notice that the new roots will be growing off of the stem. See the pictures below.
Note: You can use the same method for growing mint at home too.
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6 comments:
That's clever. I just buy little pots of herbs. My Rosemary and Mint are growing wildly. Love fresh herbs!:)
Same here. I don't use Rosemary as much, but I have potted mint, oregano, and basil. All of them seem to be doing ok.
Great tip, I will try potting mint. I have it from the farmer's market.
Sure Ratna, When you put the mint stem in the pot, see if you can get the portion with knot in the water. That is where the roots will grow. Good luck.:)
Wow that a great post dear, bookmarked!
Thanks Partia.
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