How to grow basil from leftovers #Organic_Gardening

1. Cut off a small stem of basil and remove the lower leaves. This helps conserve the plant's energy and keeps it from drying out.

2. Place the stem in water. You can use a glass, vase or anything you have lying around, and you can root several stems together if you prefer. Place the stems in a well lit area out of direct sunlight to avoid sunburn.

3. Plant in fresh potting mix when roots have formed and keep the soil moist until established.Slowly move the plant outdoors or into a sunny windowsill for the best growth.

Experienced gardeners will tell you to buy some rooting hormone, lightly dust the cut end of the stem and root it directly in soil, and that works too! Personally I think it's a lot more fun to watch the roots grow and brighten up my dining room with a bit of fragrant greenery, but if you're having difficulties, try the rooting hormone method. Or email me with your questions.