How to grow sweet basil

1. Sowing and seedling raising

Sweet basil is usually planted in early and mid-April in cold areas, and one crop can be harvested if sown in autumn. If sown in the south, it can be sown all year round. The seedling raising method can effectively reduce costs, and small hole trays can also be used for seedling raising and transplanting.

2. Land preparation and fertilization

Before transplanting, the soil should be deeply tilled and sufficient base fertilizer should be applied.

3. Transplanting and Planting

After planting the seedlings, wait until they grow 5-6 leaves before transplanting them. The distance between the plants should be about 15 cm. Water them in time after transplanting to help them take root better.

IV. Management

Sweet basil has a special smell and rarely suffers from diseases and pests. However, it is necessary to prevent stem blight. Potassium fertilizer should be applied promptly after being infected, as it can improve the plant's disease resistance, and weeding should be carried out regularly.