Learn About Basil

Grower’s Library article guide Common Pests & Diseases of Basil Overview of common basil diseases and pests, including downy mildew, Fusarium wilt, gray mold, damping-off, leaf spot, aphids, Japanese beetles, leafhoppers, nematodes, slugs and whiteflies. Open resource →

Grower’s Library article guide Prospera® DMR: Breeding Innovation in Downy Mildew Resistant Basil How downy mildew-resistant Prospera basil was bred, what a longtime herb grower and an extension plant pathologist have seen in the field, and how to monitor and manage... Open resource →

Grower’s Library article guide Beyond Blossoms: Dried Floral Grasses, Herbs & Veggies Grow more than flowers for fresh and dried arrangements: herbs, ornamental grasses, grains and vegetables that add texture, scent and form. Open resource →

Grower’s Library chart comparison Prospera® DMR Basil Comparison Chart Side-by-side chart of Prospera downy mildew resistant basil varieties: leaf type, color and resistance level. Open resource →

Grower’s Library key growing information How to Grow Basil From Seed How to grow basil from seed: germination temperature, direct sowing or starting transplants, spacing, watering, when and how to harvest, and handling pelleted seed. Open resource →

Grower’s Library article guide Basil Downy Mildew Awareness & Prevention How to recognize, monitor and prevent basil downy mildew: the pathogen, favorable conditions, symptoms, outbreak tracking, cultural controls and resistant varieties. Open resource →

Grower’s Library article guide Hydroponic Basil Guide | Choosing Varieties & Production Advice How to grow basil in hydroponic and container systems: target conditions, pot sizes and seeding rates, how it's sold, and choosing varieties, including disease-resistant types. Open resource →

Grower’s Library chart comparison Basil Varieties | Comparison Chart (PDF) A downloadable, printable, full-color PDF version of our Basil Comparison Chart, including part numbers, varieties, days to harvest, height, seed options, disease resistances, growing applications, and uses. Open resource →

Grower’s Library technical document Guide to Edible Flowers An illustrated reference to edible flower bloom size, flavor profile, suggested uses, and variety recommendations from flower research and trialing team. Open resource →

Grower’s Library key growing information How to Grow Ornamental Basil From Seed How to grow ornamental basil from seed: direct sowing after frost, transplants, spacing, soil and moisture, harvest care and cutting stage. Open resource →