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My basil plants always wilt before I can use them for cooking
I love adding fresh basil to my homemade pizzas and pastas. So I decided to grow some on my balcony in pots. I used good potting soil and planted seeds from a packet. They sprouted nicely, but after a few weeks, the leaves start to droop and turn brown. I water them when the soil feels dry, and they get plenty of morning sun. I've tried moving them to different spots, but same thing happens. Is it too much water or not enough? Maybe the pots are too small? I'd appreciate any advice from fellow plant lovers who cook with their herbs.
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skyler_kelly696mo ago
Mine used to do the exact same thing until I figured out the watering. Even if the top soil is dry, the bottom might still be wet. I switched to much bigger pots with tons of drainage holes and only water when the leaves look a little sad. They need a lot of room for their roots. Now my plants are huge and I have more basil than I know what to do with.
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the_eva6mo ago
Good point about the bottom soil being wet. Isn't it crazy how much difference pot size makes? I found that pruning the tops regularly encourages bushier growth too.
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