Basil

Basil is one of the most widely-used culinary herbs, and 'Sweet Basil' is especially associated with Italian cuisine. But there are other varieties of this sun-loving herb as well, such as 'Lemon Basil,' 'Thai Basil,' and even varieties grown solely for their decorative foilage.

UF/IFAS Sites

• Basil: King of the Herbs

UF/IFAS Publications

• Try This Herb in the Flower or Vegetable Garden: Basil (PDF)

Also on Gardening in a Minute

• Culinary Herbs
• Herb Gardening

Other Sites

• Basil in the Garden--University of Illinois Extension
• Basil, The Royal Herb--Iowa State University Extension
• Growing, Selecting and Using Basil--Ohio State University Extension
• The Many Uses of Basil--University of Vermont Extension