Basil care guide 🪴| How to keep grocery store basil alive
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 10 ก.พ. 2025
- Hello friends,
Today is all about basil: what to do with it when you buy it from the grocery store, what light and watering it needs, and pruning and propagation. I also mention the pros and cons of growing basil indoors vs. outdoors so that you could grow as much of it as you can 😎
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00:00 Intro
01:24 Table of contents
02:39 When you first buy a basil plant
04:57 Soil
05:54 Watering
07:16 Light requirements
08:35 Pruning and propagation
08:49 Pruning
10:08 Propagation
10:57 Growing basil indoors vs. outdoors
12:08 Outro
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“Basil”cally! 😂 That was actually funny and made me laugh while watching the video. Comedic gold
Hahaha thank you 😂💕
This ^ and the Jeff Basils name 💯😆💚
Please don't apologize for lack of make-up! You're more lovely without it - and 100% organic!
Down bad
What if it's organic makeup?
Bella, bellísima!🙏🏽💜🕺🏽💃🏽🌹
Thanks for the tips.. absolutely Loved it!! And you’re beautiful without makeup.
Came here to say this
Girl, you have great skin you don’t need makeup!!
Thanks for the vid, super duper helpful!!
Haha thank you!! Glad you found it helpful 🥰
You DO NOT need makeup! You’re perfect as is! Thanks for the tutorial
Second and best video on growing basil I've seen. You literally answered all my basil questions that I've had and would have thought about later I'm sure. Thank you for the valuable info pack, love it like I love basil! :)
Yaaaay, glad to hear it! May all your dishes be covered in basil like mine 😎
I hav learned that basil plants like to root themselves very deep. So deep pots would be ideal even for small plants. Just a little tippy tip.♡ i hav moved onto experiementing with outdoor gardening for my basil planys cuz i kinda sorta gave up searching for the right pot.
I honestly had no idea I could just clip a stem and propagate the basil like that!! Thank you!!
Yeah! Plants are the best 😊 Happy basil growing!
@@JosieYapsALot thanks I’m trying it! We’ll see how it goes. How long does it usually take before you start seeing some roots?
@@chadly19depends how warm it is in the room that you put your basil in. If it is warm (like in spring, summer) it should take a week or two, but if it is autumn or winter and you put it next to a heater, then it may take 2 to 3 weeks, for progress to show. Don’t know if you need this tip anymore, but I thought I would answer your question anyway 😅
Wow, sure wish I'd found you sooner, after all the basil plants that I've been killing over the years 😆. But thanks to you, I suddenly feel as though I am in charge of my newest basil plant and know exactly what to do, especially about pruning and propagating and how to correctly harvest it for use. Thank you so much for such an informative and incredibly useful video. Maybe I can have fresh basil all year long, too! 🥰😋
Glad you found it helpful, happy planting!!
Your video was so helpful and well detailed. I bought my first basil plant last week from Trader Joe’s and was disheartened. Will try my luck again soon!
I just got a basil plant from Trader Joe’s this afternoon! This video is going to be so helpful in keeping my basil blooming.
I inherited my dad’s gangrene thumb, and have killed cacti and succulents. So wish me luck in the basil.
I’ve only bought basil from the supermarket and they have all died so this video is perfect for me! Thanks for sharing your trials and errors, I’m sure it will help me keep my basil alive.
That one comment first about lack of makeup got you an instant Like!
I really don't need to know about basil, just watched video cuz of the way she explains :D
Loved ur energy, keep going :)
😂😂😂😂😂 that’s exactly what I was going for, glad you enjoyed it!
@@JosieYapsALot well, BASICLY, (ehehehe) u rock at it. It would be awesome if you could make a video about shop bought rosemary :D
Thx in advanceeee ❤️
I put basel in a lot of foods i probably shouldn't, I love having it fresh and around, im praying that this new plant i got stays alive!
Great video, learned alot. Keep up the great work and like the touch of humor. Basil is a favorite even makes the room smell nice along with Rosemary and Lemon Balm and Thyme.
What a lovely person with some great tips!! 🌿
Oh thank you!
This is all I ever needed to know! Perfect video on basil, thanks!
I have found roots grow anywhere on the stem also so I just cut to size glad someone else made the same observation. Good luck!
Thank you for your help!
It's really nice of you to take time out of your day to hep people grow little plant friends in their home!
Thank you for your kind words 😊❤️
New subscriber. Love this video! Never seen you with makeup, but, girl, you don’t need any! In my younger days (I’m 67 and not looking to attract anyone), if I didn’t wear makeup, people asked if I was ok, because I looked sick. You definitely do not have that problem.
Thanks for all these tips. I have never had much luck but just got a nice fresh plant and will try again! Merci !
Best video on basil ive seen, answered all my questions and made me laugh
This video is what I needed. Awesome explanation of the basil. Thank you
Hehe happy to hear that 😎
@@JosieYapsALot I eat alot of basil with my brushetta I make and it always dies on me lol so def gonna try it your way I tend to over water it I think and it rots but I do water it from the bottom. So I don't know
It makes me super happy that you mentioned only having 30 subscribers and then an ad pops up a while later. You've grown so much! Well done and epic video. :)
Girrrrrrl you have built-in natural mascara and excellent skin! So beautiful
This is the video I was looking for.
Thanks for all the info that was really helpful, I thought I was cursed cause I could never grow store bought basil until I tried your advice😅 I have tons of basil now lol
I have never seen you with makeup on and Girl you fine as wine🌹.
Thank you for this video, I'm here trying to figure out how to save my grocery store basil plant. Great tips!!
Thank you for this video! I feel like I have a much better understanding of how to take care of my basil.
Glad it was helpful!
Omg !! Great video I haven't been able to recover my basil plants , I can't wait to try this 😀 thank you so much !!!!!
Beautiful without makeup & it’s my 1st time watching you! ❤
Very thorough video. Thank you
Such a beautiful spirit. Thank you for the great tips.
i recently bought basil plants and i see them droopy and dehydrated. since it's my first time taking care of it, i am grateful for the tips! i think they lack water and maybe a little far from the sun. i should replace the pot too! thank you again!
Happy growing! 😊
Yep I bought mine from Trader Joe’s yesterday, having the same issue at the moment
Thank you so much!! Your video covered nearly everything I wanted and needed to know and is the best source that I've found on this topic. Great job! By the way, you have beautiful skin, so you don't need makeup to look gorgeous! Show that off more often instead of covering it up! 😊
Thank you so much for spreading your wisdom!! Let's see how it goes with my first basil plant ever!
Thank you for the advice!!! 🙏🏽
Love this! Had no idea you could propagate basil without root growth hormone! Thanks so much for the video, it was really entertaining and informative 🥰
Oh yeah, you can propagate most plants without a rooting hormone! The hormone’s just supposed to make it quicker 🙂 glad you liked the video!! ❤️
Thank you for this video!! I just got some basil to grow and had no idea what to do with it 😂 And I love the realness of the no makeup look! You’re beautiful inside and out ❤
This was SO helpful. Thank you SO much ❤🪴
Thanks for this! Trying again with your tips. Love fresh Basil!
Thank you! Your video was very helpful 🌿♥
Thank you.... From italy 😄
Honestly didn’t even know you had on makeup or not. I thought you were gonna say you were tired and didn’t feel like trying too hard which is also reasonable on a Sunday night. You have great skin regardless!
From 30 to 6.5K subs , congratulations
EVERYTHING! I needed to know in ONE video, Many Thanks!! - - - here goes
Thank you for going over in one video, everything I could think of !
Thanks for watching 😻💕
Thank you young lady, I enjoyed that little video, informative and down to earth,( no pun intended).
Hahaha glad you enjoyed it!
Thank you for all the great info! You are a green thumb and a natural teacher.
So nice of you, thanks!
I Love Basil!! I will try to grow some myself as well
Thanks for the tips. Your personality is awesome!
Great informational video, thank you
This is my first time having a plant I my apartment.. how often do we need to fertilize it and what kind of it .. thank you in advance 😊😊😊
This was great, thank you!
Girl you look better then I’ll ever dream of with pounds of makeup without any
I ENJOYED WATCHING THE VIDEO :)
THANK YOU FOR SHARING :)
THANK YOU FROM ISRAEL :)
Nice I'm also from Israel
great video, very informative, Thank You!
awesome video, very thorough
Thank you so much for making this video. I love your video.
I grow tomatoes and I know that Basil is more difficult, but pair well together!
This video has been very helpful! A thank ya!
So helpful, thank you!
Thank you bella signorina and keep on enjoying all things Italiano 🇮🇹😃
hahaha will do signor 🤣
Thank you so much! This video is really helpful a different answers all of my questions. ❤🙏🙂
Glad I could help! 😎
Thank you I love your video. I’m gonna go and give it a try.
This was so informative. Thank you very much
Appreciate all the details!
WONDERFUL!!! i really appreciate this video 😮 thank you.
Thanks for the nice comment! ❤️
I love this video. I learned plenty. Thank you!
Thank YOU! 😚
I would just like to add that I use filtered water as I have noticed it makes a huge difference versus using tap water.
Thank you. I was going to ask. What about temp? Cold, warm, or room temp?
@@HeronCoyote1234 I have never used warm water. I use bottled room temp water when I am pressed for time or bottled cold water. I also use room temp or cold filtered water as well. I have never used warm filtered water or warmed up bottled water. I hope this helps.
@@gowiththeflo8742 yes, thank you!
@@HeronCoyote1234 You're welcome 🦋
Saying the girl who doesn’t need any makeup at all 😍
Stop it you 🌝❤️
Super helpful vid. Thank u 😊
9:45 pro tip, thanks!
Thanks so much! what a well done video!
Thank you for watching!!
Thanks for the tips, helpful 😊
All the store bought basil plants I've bought in Sydney have died very quickly ie a few days. I'll try dividing and replanting. Thank you.
Weeks before I watched your video, I had bought a grocery store plant. I knew they loved moisture and watered it a day or two later, and then it almost immediately died. Do you think it's because it could not drain properly? If the leaves are wilting indicating it needs watering, how do I know how much water to add? How deep does the soil need to be moist? You answered every single question I had except with watering. I'm afraid and unsure because of my previous experience. Could you please give me a little more detail on watering the plant and how to avoid overwatering? I'm keeping the plant inside and it's still in the grocery store container for another couple of days until I can get supplies. Thank you in advance if you're able to help with a little more detail!
Really really really informative and super usefull methods and tips
Thank you a lot. I divided and repotted my basil and mint today (fingers crossed)
Loved your Style of making the video and explanation. As fresh as those lovely basilplants!, Basilcally!
Haha glad you found it useful!
TQ 🙏🙏🙏 for d knowledge sharing ❤❤❤
Fantastic info.!
so informative!
Great information ,thank you 🎉😊
You look great. I just bought basil and it’s a plant. I don’t know how to keep it. I tried before to keep it alive before and it died! I don’t want to die
Amazing video! Thank you!
Thanks for the tips. You've got quite a green thumb. 👍 🍃
you look pretty even without makeup. Love your blue eyes!
Thank you for this video 😊
Ive done this. But im getting many tiny flies on my basil. how do i remove them? great content here!
You dont need makeup! You're gorgeous!
Thank you! SO helpful!
Thanks for watching 😘
Wow great video
Thanks for watching!!
I do basil from seeds because I prefer cinnamon or Thai basil and I can't find those varieties as plants. It's really easy and cheaper to do from seeds. You can even let some of them go to seed, and they make lots of seeds. I haven't cloned basil yet, but it's my preferred way of doing tomatoes. You actually DON'T want to soak tomatoes- just cut, stick in potting mix directly and water. They just have to be an indeterminate variety, not a determinate(patio tomato).
You look just fine without makeup!
great video!
Thank u so much❤️🙏
I got a large basil leaf plant that has an extremely thick stem do I still prune it the same way?
Yes! It might just take a bit longer to root but should be fine 😎
Hi! How much water do you use when you water your basil plants?
These smooth talkin gardeners here
I bought a basil plant at the grocery store and then a second one , they are still alive and growing, but the leaves doesn't taste good anymore. Can you tell me why is that? One of the two plants have flowers now and I don't really know how to keep it pretty and edible. Can you give me some advice, please? Thank you!
Hi! Usually it’s a good idea to try to prevent leafy herbs from flowering because they lose their taste that way. I’m not sure if there’s any way to come back from that. You could try fertilizing the plant with some organic fertilizer and if that doesn’t work just buy another one and try again:)
Thank you for your help. What you recommed for me to do with my plants now? Are planting them on a garden is a good idea for them to be well? :)
Thank you!!
Awesome Video / Thank you!