Harvesting Basil for Higher Yield and Longer Shelf Life
You can get a higher yield from harvesting basil above the lateral buds, and extend its shelf life by storing it above 55° F. Learn how to find the lateral buds!
Basil prefers warmer temperatures (65-95ºF), a pH range of 6.2 - 6.8, and EC between 1.4 and 2.2.
Written by Amy Storey
Updated over 7 years ago