Growing Basil: How to Propagate, Chop, + Freeze

Growing Basil: How to Propagate, Chop & Freeze

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The complete guide to growing basil, plus propagating basil, chopping basil & how to freeze basil. Includes tips to get the most out of your basil plants.

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Growing Basil In A Pot

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Propagating Basil

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How to Chop Basil

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Freezing basil is a great way to have it on hand for cooking any time of the year.

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What you need:

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GET THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO GROWING BASIL AT THE LINK BELOW!

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WHY YOU SHOULD GROW MINT

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