Why EVERY Basil Plant You Buy Dies In 1 Week

About this Video

• Video Title: Why EVERY Basil Plant You Buy Dies In 1 Week
• Channel: Sheffield Made Plants
• Speakers: One speaker (unidentified)
• Duration: 10 minutes, 41 seconds

Introduction

This video explains why supermarket basil plants often die quickly and provides instructions on how to successfully grow and maintain basil plants at home. The video covers various aspects of basil care, from initial plant separation and potting to pruning, propagation, and environmental factors like light, temperature, and watering.

Key Takeaways

1. Supermarket basil's setup for failure: Supermarket basil pots are overcrowded with many seedlings competing for resources, leading to quick death.
2. Repotting and separating seedlings: To revitalize a supermarket basil plant, separate the overcrowded seedlings and pot them individually to allow for proper root development and growth.
3. Pruning for bushier growth: Pruning basil by cutting above a leaf node encourages branching, resulting in a fuller, more productive plant. The snipped parts can be used for propagation.
4. Propagation for continuous growth: Basil cuttings can be easily propagated in water, creating new plants from the pruned stems.
5. Environmental Factors: Basil thrives in warm temperatures (above 12°C), ample sunlight (at least 6 hours), and requires regular watering while avoiding waterlogged soil. Regular feeding is also essential.