Basil (Ocimum) may be the easiest herb to grow and the most popular herb for ... each with its own epicurean delights.There ...

Here are some of the main ones to look out for when you're searching for seeds. Italian basil is the most popular variety, easily recognizable and widely available, with the most common plant in this ...

This rising demand is driven by health conscious middle-class who want the plant ... of basil sells at Sh200. From a quarter of a plot a farmer can harvest 40 to 50 kilos or slightly more. Sweet ...

With summer just around the corner, now is the perfect time to sow basil seeds. This wonder plant has been around for over 4,000 years and, throughout history, basil was believed to hold magical ...

Basil is widely available in supermarkets; look for bright green leaves with no hint of wilting or black spotting. Dried basil retains little of the aroma and flavour of fresh basil, so is of ...

The colourful blooms of sweet peas, held on long, straight stems, make perfect cut flowers. Plus, the more you pick them, the more buds form to make fresh flowers. Not all varieties have their famous ...

Preheat the oven to 180C/350F/Gas 4. Place the puff pastry on a non-stick baking sheet. Prick all over with a fork, leaving a 1inc/2cm border around the edge. Spread the jar of pesto over the ...

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That’s why we love this light post-workout tofu and basil roll – packed with delicious fillings to help works towards your plant goal, while helping your body repair from exercise. Basil is a ...