Planting basil
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Douglas Hunt on Sep 01, 2014Basil is a warm-season plant. It dislikes temperatures below 50 degrees, so, in most parts of the country, that means planting outside in late spring-early summer.Helpful Reply
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Catherine Smith on Sep 02, 2014It also grows very well as a house plant, just keep in a well lit area. You'll have basil all year round.Helpful Reply
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