7 Brilliant Ways to Propagate Basil: Tips & Tricks

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Ways to Propagate Basil

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Cutting Method

A four-inch stem of basil is all you need to grow an entirely new plant. See Full Tutorials

If rooting in water

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If rooting in soil or another medium

Like most plants, basil can also be rooted in soil or other media. Read the full guide

Grow from Seed

Growing basil from seed is the best way to get the best variety of different types of basil--and there are some great ones! Read the full guide

To start basil from seed

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Dividing Supermarket Basil Plants

Grocery store basil plants are great for dividing and propagating. Read the full guide

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Ways to Propagate Basil

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Cutting Method

If rooting in water

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If rooting in soil or another medium

Grow from Seed

To start basil from seed

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Dividing Supermarket Basil Plants

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Basil is versatile and will grow well in containers or in a garden bed with good soil.