20K views · 1.2K reactions | There's nothing like the aroma and taste of fresh herbs from the garden! In this video, I'll share a few tips on harvesting herbs like basil and parsley for cooking. See more of this epsiode of Garden to Table on YouTube! https://youtu.be/BBsXGsLSHgk | P. Allen Smith | Facebook

Are you harvesting your basil correctly? Here are some essential tips to help you get the most out of your basil plants: Proper Basil Harvesting: Don’t Pull Off the Leaves: Look for a side branch and harvest just above it. Why This Method Works: By cutting above a side branch, you encourage two new side branches to emerge and grow. This results in double the basil you started with! Dealing with Excess Basil: Harvested Too Much?: Remove some leaves from your cutting (so your small plant doesn’t h