What an amazing video it is! Everything is explained so well and up to the mark, there are no doubts left at all. I also use true elements raw basil seeds, a clean label food brand and 100% authentic when it comes to health. I'd definitely recommend this brand to everyone. Thank U.
I planted a tiny basil plant in my backyard place where my turtles once lived and its growing like a weed (possibly turtle poop made it grow fast?). I live in san diego so the ground is often cracked up and no plants can live besides my aloe vera. I have an underground pipe that puts water underground near roots so the ground is normally dry/cracked up but the plants are flourishing in the desert enviorment
Yeah Basil once started, act like weeds. Some growers caution outright planting it in your garden bed as it could easily overtake it if you're not careful or keep them segregated.
I followed these steps but they didn't sprout, not even 4-5 days. I decided to plant a new batch with much less compost above them, almost on the surface. It worked better.
@@rehooten he added to much social to the top. This is NOT the way to germinate seeds with basil. soak them I water 1 day then take the seeds and plant them 1/2 cm from the top or that will rot out before they grow. Just use your pinky finger! Stick the seeds down to the nail begins!!! 1/2 cm. that's it. Then they will germaniate. Hope this helps. I leard this from my grandmother. Water by soaking every 3 days.
@@irisiss8955 Normally one of 3 things are wrong - 1)too much heat /too much cold, 2) Too little light 3) too much/too little water. I need information on what you did in regards to heat/light and water before I can give an opinion.
@@irisiss8955 They need to be placed in a warm sunny spot. Also take the lid off as they need air to circulate around them otherwise fungus can attack the plants.
I like your simple, straight to the point video. Now a question Is basil a winter or summer plant? When exactly should one start planting it? State the season. I am in Southern Africa where summers are very hot amd winters very cold but without snow
Dear lord. I threw a handful of seeds in a tray of earth and just watered them. No wonder it looks like a micro-jungle of plants struggling to get light and nutrients. One per pot? Lol I have enough to set up a factory farm in a tray the size of a curry take out. Great vid, thanks
Why not just plant the seeds individually straight into the pots? That way there's no danger of damaging/killing them when you transplant the seedlings. If any of them fail to germinate, you can just use the ready made pot of compost for something else.
+EASYTIGER10 Hey, the idea is if you plant them in their final resting place directly, you risk having seeds being bunched up too close which will prevent growth (ultimately forcing you to deroot them at a later stage of the life cycle which is more dangerous - potentially damaging). This is just to control for adequate spacing.
matthew maccalear But that's why I suggested planting seeds individually - yes, one seed to each pot. I did my tomatoes from seed this way this year and have a 100% success rate. Every seed I planted is now a healthy plant. But if any of the single seeds had failed to germinate, I'd simply have used the ready filled pots for something else. Its a zero waste method.
then you introduce a risk of a seed that doesn't grow or one that is weak etc by growing all of the seeds in one spot, you can isolate the strong ones that do grow and transplant them =)
how fast are you supposed to get little seedlings? my seeds were planted approx 5 weeks ago, i keep the soil fairly moist, and i keep it on the windowsill. I was told they often take 4 weeks to germinate and sprout, but i have yet to see anything, so i was wondering if i did anything wrong
You can but why would you want to do this. A general rule is that 2 plants in one pot gives two weaker plants as they compete against each other. Keep safe.
You can use soil but there are risks. Compost is full of nutrients were soil may not be. Compost is sterile but soil can contain bacteria. Good luck with your growing and keep safe.
Hello, the plants have grown successfully, however, some of them are turning purple from the stem up to the leaves. I searched and it’s I think nutrition, but wanted to make sure.
You can leave them in the container but I would advise only one plant per container or else multiple plants will fight against each other for nutrients. Also make sure the container is large enough to start with. Also make sure there are drainage holes in the container as the roots will drown and rot in sodden soil.
I dig my seeds 2-3 cm under. Is it too deep? I water with a spray bottle and make 10 strokes of spray per day. Is it too little water? I dont use cover. Day 8 and still nothing. What am i doing wrong?
The seeds should only be 1 cm deep at the most. Keep the soil moist but not soaking wet or the seeds will drown and rot. Keep them warm (20 DegC is ideal). If nothing grows then you may have a bad batch of seeds - its happened to me before. Keep safe.
Basil needs light to germ, you should not cover it with soil. Also you can't just give the same amount of water every day, it depends on how dry your soil is. Imagine its a sunny day and more water will transpire in comparison to a cloudy cold day where almost all the water will stay in the soil. Also Basil likes it warm.
@@nikitaschabracke9543 i keep my basil in room and everyday almost same temperature inside. Always warm. And put near to a windowside for sun. So i should find seeds and put on top?
Either more sunlight or if you want to use an indoor lamp it must be one that is designed for plant growing - red lights or ordinary bulbs will not work. Plants need a range of light wavelengths to grow - from infra red up to ultra violet (uv) light. Google 'Plant Light' for more information. Keep safe.
@@LearnHow2 Hi, how month is your basil on the last video ? my basil now big as yours when you transplant them, can I just leave them in a small pot ??
Hi Mohamed. Keep the seedlings in semi shade but when the plants have several sets of leafs give them full sun all day (except if the mid day sun is fierce keep them in morning sun then shade from mid day onwards). Keep safe.
Separate seeds from spent flower heads with blender or shake in bag. Strain & blow chaff away. Cover self polilnating plants, like basil, with small hole mesh bag to reduce cross polination & bug infestation & shake plant to help pollination. Pass the word.
I’m a BEGINNER-beginner. So, question: Why not just plant the seeds in the pot in the first place? Why transplant them? Not being obnoxious, I honestly don’t know. Thank you!
HI Lidia. You can plant them directly. I start mine early indoors in trays (I grow so many flowers and plants that trays are a lot easier to move and handle than loads of pots) and then transplant them when the weather warms up. This prolongs the growing season. Keep safe.
@@LearnHow2 Oh! I see! Okay, well, this is my only plant and it’s very warm here in Texas so I guess I’m safe. 🤣 Thank you for your time and information! Greetings from Dallas!
I tried the same way however my seeds failed to grow even after 3 weeks :( I kept them indoors during night to avoid them from frost at night. I am puzzled why they didn't even sprout.
I suspect the seeds are no good - either they are too old or have been killed by excessive heat/cold in storage. I have just planted a lot for this years crop and they are thriving. Keep safe.
Thai basil seeds (called kemangi in Malaysia) is easily found here at garden supply stores/sections. Perhaps you can get friends/family living here to send u some.
WTF.. Literally from the seed to cut the leaves that did not exist at that time.. And then "Voilaa" You got a full size plant ready to be harvested.. That was pretty weird
Your method doesn’t work. Seeded as suggested but nothing grew. Did I water too much or too little, or sun or not sun? Too warm or too cold? Your method doesn’t mention any of these.
Sorry to hear you had problems. I dont give specific advice in the video as the climate varies vastly around the world and what would be right for one region would be totally wrong for another. Thats why I say follow the growing instructions on the seed packet for your region. Plant the seeds as shown in the video. Keep the soil moist (but not wet) and keep warm (20 degC). Make sure you only use seeds from a reputable supplier. The plants like full sun.
I love how straight to the point your instructions are. Very clear. Thanks for sharing
Thank you for your appreciation.
Directly to the point. Excellent video for a beginner. Thank you
followed this video and it sprouted after 3 days . I'll transper then tomorrow thank you for this
The best video for a beginner. Thank you
What an amazing video it is! Everything is explained so well and up to the mark, there are no doubts left at all. I also use true elements raw basil seeds, a clean label food brand and 100% authentic when it comes to health. I'd definitely recommend this brand to everyone. Thank U.
Thanks Rahul. Keep safe.
Thank you! Best video for plant amateurs like me!
Hi Lukas. Thank you for your appreciation.
I planted a tiny basil plant in my backyard place where my turtles once lived and its growing like a weed (possibly turtle poop made it grow fast?). I live in san diego so the ground is often cracked up and no plants can live besides my aloe vera. I have an underground pipe that puts water underground near roots so the ground is normally dry/cracked up but the plants are flourishing in the desert enviorment
Basil is pretty intrusive, like mint.
Yeah Basil once started, act like weeds. Some growers caution outright planting it in your garden bed as it could easily overtake it if you're not careful or keep them segregated.
pro trick : you can watch series on Flixzone. Me and my gf have been using them for watching all kinds of movies these days.
@Aiden Kylo Yup, have been watching on Flixzone for since november myself =)
@@brudbbb1 My gf decided to plant chocolate mint in the garden and it's spreading like an STD.
Nice, simple clear instructions. Excellent video. I wish more videos on RUclips were as good as yours !!
Wow, thanks for your appreciation!
I followed these steps but they didn't sprout, not even 4-5 days. I decided to plant a new batch with much less compost above them, almost on the surface. It worked better.
4-5 days is a very short time for seeds to germinate, it usually takes a few weeks.
Sometimes the seeds take longer to sprout.
@@rehooten he added to much social to the top. This is NOT the way to germinate seeds with basil. soak them I water 1 day then take the seeds and plant them 1/2 cm from the top or that will rot out before they grow. Just use your pinky finger! Stick the seeds down to the nail begins!!! 1/2 cm. that's it. Then they will germaniate. Hope this helps.
I leard this from my grandmother. Water by soaking every 3 days.
@@ayeshaPH My basil sprouted! It just needed to warm up a bit
@@rehooten GREAT! But the key thing is planting 1/2 cm. that's it. I glad it worked out for you.
Clear and concise directions!! Thank you!!!
You're so welcome! Keep safe.
This is the most English basil growing tutorial. And I'm English.
Thank you, this is helpful.
I planted seeds a few days ago and covered with cling film as per the pack instructions and the seedlings have emerged
That is great to hear Nargis. Good luck with your growing.
Thank you so much !!! followed all the instruction in this video and my seeds germinate after 3 days, I'm so happy !! 🥺😆♥️
Thank you for your appreciation. So nice of you. Good luck with your gardening and keep safe.
@@LearnHow2 Hi, after them germinated, some of them died, I dont know what to do 😭 please help me
@@irisiss8955 Normally one of 3 things are wrong - 1)too much heat /too much cold, 2) Too little light 3) too much/too little water. I need information on what you did in regards to heat/light and water before I can give an opinion.
@@LearnHow2 here everyday raining lately, I water them whenever the soil feel dry, and cover them with lid, put them in shady place
@@irisiss8955 They need to be placed in a warm sunny spot. Also take the lid off as they need air to circulate around them otherwise fungus can attack the plants.
how often do we have to change the soil of the grown basil plants ( in a small pot) and is there an ideal compost that I can use?
Thanks to your guide, my basil sprouted in 3 days
That's great to hear Martin! Keep safe.
*How to plant basil seeds*
get dirt
get seeds
put seeds in dirt.
FINI
Don´t cover seeds it needs light!
*chef’s kiss
Thank you sir for showing the basil video in details.
Hi Armaity. It's my pleasure.
I planted a whole packet of seeds into a small container.....
simple and to the point, thank you
Hi Nicole you're very welcome! Keep safe.
Are you a wizard?
Lol!
Lol
Harry?
No
Reminds me of that joke from South Park. "Not all British people are wizards".
Thanks I've got some seeds delivered to my house
That's great. Good luck with your growing and keep safe.
Just what I needed! Thank you 😊
Short and straight to the point! Great video!
Thank you so much for your appreciation! Keep safe.
How did you get them to grow so large and how long did it take for them to get that big??
Probably a month or two, I had problems with them stopping growing last year
Thank you for your video, clear explanations
You are welcome!
Very helpful and informative, thank you!
So cute! I just planted my basil so we’ll see what happens
Hi Mateo ... good luck with your growing!
Enjoyed the video just in time because I thought that you wound have transferred them in clumps ?
Thank you, easy and clear.
You're welcome! Keep safe.
Thank you! This was very helpful
Glad it was helpful! Keep safe.
Thank you I watched videos
I hope you found them interesting. Keep safe.
I like your simple, straight to the point video.
Now a question
Is basil a winter or summer plant? When exactly should one start planting it? State the season.
I am in Southern Africa where summers are very hot amd winters very cold but without snow
Basil should be started in Spring. You should then be able to pick the leaves early Summer. Keep safe.
So I don’t have anything to cover it with.... it’s summer because I planted them last second so it’s still hot. Will this be ok?
If its still hot that will be ok.
Ok thank you, also I’ve been keeping them in the bathroom because of a previous comment to keep them out of sunlight is this ok?
Holy for hindus. Indian traditional garden plant.
Thank you. I did not know that.
Succinct but very informative! Thank you!
Glad it was helpful! Keep safe.
Dear lord. I threw a handful of seeds in a tray of earth and just watered them. No wonder it looks like a micro-jungle of plants struggling to get light and nutrients. One per pot? Lol I have enough to set up a factory farm in a tray the size of a curry take out. Great vid, thanks
Ha ha! Good luck with the farm. Thanks for the appreciation.
@@LearnHow2 Live in Nevada, very hot in the summer. It is possible to grow basil here? How much sun?
Why not just plant the seeds individually straight into the pots? That way there's no danger of damaging/killing them when you transplant the seedlings. If any of them fail to germinate, you can just use the ready made pot of compost for something else.
+EASYTIGER10 Different strokes for different folks. Gardening really comes down to preference with a lot of the steps involved.
+EASYTIGER10 Hey, the idea is if you plant them in their final resting place directly, you risk having seeds being bunched up too close which will prevent growth (ultimately forcing you to deroot them at a later stage of the life cycle which is more dangerous - potentially damaging). This is just to control for adequate spacing.
matthew maccalear But that's why I suggested planting seeds individually - yes, one seed to each pot. I did my tomatoes from seed this way this year and have a 100% success rate. Every seed I planted is now a healthy plant. But if any of the single seeds had failed to germinate, I'd simply have used the ready filled pots for something else. Its a zero waste method.
then you introduce a risk of a seed that doesn't grow or one that is weak etc
by growing all of the seeds in one spot, you can isolate the strong ones that do grow and transplant them =)
EASYTIGER10 so when you plant tomatoes you dont put 2 seeds incase one doesn't germinate????
How long will it take to germinate? It's been 4 days and I buried mine kind of deep, so I found the seed and it hasn't even slightly germinated
Great simple video
Thank you for your appreciation.
Thank you!!!!
Grab plants by leaves the stem is its lifeline, leaves grow back stems will not
GenyaAvacado ty
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Thank you.
You're welcome!
Yes. Great for a beginner! Ty
You're so welcome!
does it have to be kept in the dark during the germination period, then exposed to natural light ?
how fast are you supposed to get little seedlings? my seeds were planted approx 5 weeks ago, i keep the soil fairly moist, and i keep it on the windowsill. I was told they often take 4 weeks to germinate and sprout, but i have yet to see anything, so i was wondering if i did anything wrong
Did they ever sprout?
Wow, no, basil sprout in like 2 days. You're killing yourself waiting for 5 weeks lol.
Maybe the seeds are not good. I planted seeds today. Will see how long take it to germinate.✌️
D T how long did it take
@@somtookwara6519 about 7 days. Now it is about 4 inches tall.
very clear, thanks
You are welcome! Keep safe.
Great video, thanks!
Hi Joakim. Glad you liked it! Keep safe.
Mine has been in stage five for three months now. How long do I wait for the third leaf?
shruti bansal mine were like that, but after 2 months it’s growing again
They became really big. I was enjoying them until my dad killed all the plants in our yard with chemicals last year. Thanks!
Thank you that was helpful...
Hi Gut. Glad it was helpful!
@@LearnHow2 UR welcome..
How often do you water basil, the seedlings have just appeared… thanks
Keep the soil moist but not wet.
are they supposed to get sun when you first plant the seeds?
Hi Izabelle. Keep them out of the sun until the roots and leaves are established.
LearnHow2 what does established mean? In this case
Nexim I think he means until they have started sprouting and are like they are in the videos or rather after 3 days on average
“Established” for basil usually means 4 leaves, with 2 leaves higher on the plant and two leaves below.
Thanks for the video.
Hi there, when transferring them to pots, can i put more than one sprout in the pot? Instead of just one per pot?
You can but why would you want to do this. A general rule is that 2 plants in one pot gives two weaker plants as they compete against each other. Keep safe.
I found it easier to presoak the soil before potting.
Thanks for posting!!
Thanks for the appreciation.
Excellent
Thank you so much 😀
Thank you so much
than you for taking time to show your appreciation
If I had a larger pot to transfer the sproutlings into could I plant 2? Or would the roots become too tangled? Need help! 😅
Hi Casey. If the pot is large enough then no problem planting two.
I don't have compost can I use soil instead ? Thank you Sir .
You can use soil but there are risks. Compost is full of nutrients were soil may not be. Compost is sterile but soil can contain bacteria. Good luck with your growing and keep safe.
Can I put two plants on the new pots, or each plants have an individual pot?
Each plant needs its own pot.
Hello, the plants have grown successfully, however, some of them are turning purple from the stem up to the leaves. I searched and it’s I think nutrition, but wanted to make sure.
You Sir, are a legend. Thank you for the tips. Like comment downloaded.
Thank you for your kind comment. Its always great to get positive feedback.
@@LearnHow2 my pleasure, I always give credit where credit is due. My basil seedlings are off to a beautiful start. 😁
I've heard that crushed eggshells are good for plants so could I put some in the pot it's in?
And could basil be grown in a small pot?
Yes eggshells are rich in calcium and nutrients. I would not recommend too small pots - small pot = small roots = small plant.
@@LearnHow2 thank you!
What weather is suitable to grow basil ... i live in a hill station india..
Temperatures are below 20°C
If the temperature is above 10 deg C you will be ok but obviously lower temperatures and/or lower light levels will give slow growth.
I’m planting them in milk container . Do I have to transfer Them to a pot or can I just leave it in the same container in my kitchen ?
You can leave them in the container but I would advise only one plant per container or else multiple plants will fight against each other for nutrients. Also make sure the container is large enough to start with. Also make sure there are drainage holes in the container as the roots will drown and rot in sodden soil.
LearnHow2 thanks so much !
I dig my seeds 2-3 cm under. Is it too deep?
I water with a spray bottle and make 10 strokes of spray per day. Is it too little water?
I dont use cover.
Day 8 and still nothing. What am i doing wrong?
The seeds should only be 1 cm deep at the most. Keep the soil moist but not soaking wet or the seeds will drown and rot. Keep them warm (20 DegC is ideal). If nothing grows then you may have a bad batch of seeds - its happened to me before. Keep safe.
@@LearnHow2 thank you very much 🙏🏿
Basil needs light to germ, you should not cover it with soil. Also you can't just give the same amount of water every day, it depends on how dry your soil is. Imagine its a sunny day and more water will transpire in comparison to a cloudy cold day where almost all the water will stay in the soil. Also Basil likes it warm.
@@nikitaschabracke9543 i keep my basil in room and everyday almost same temperature inside. Always warm. And put near to a windowside for sun. So i should find seeds and put on top?
Can I just put all the seeds in a round pot and let them grow there instead of replanting a plant or two? What's the benefit?
If you put them in one pot then they crowd each other out and will not grow well. Separate pots lets the plants reach full size. Keep safe.
great thoughts I am growing herb basil lime now. Merry Christmas :) New friend Ruthie
We love fresh herbs and use them every day when cooking. Merry Christmas Ruthie.
At what point should I introduce them to the sun. I did this & hour later the plant shriveled. Should I keep it in indirect sun until it’s bigger?
Can you tell me what exactly you did? Was it when the plants were transplanted?
my basil still tiny after 1 month but the real leaf already appeared, what can I do to make them grow faster ? can I put them under led light ??
Either more sunlight or if you want to use an indoor lamp it must be one that is designed for plant growing - red lights or ordinary bulbs will not work. Plants need a range of light wavelengths to grow - from infra red up to ultra violet (uv) light. Google 'Plant Light' for more information. Keep safe.
@@LearnHow2 Hi, how month is your basil on the last video ? my basil now big as yours when you transplant them, can I just leave them in a small pot ??
You can direct sow if you do not wish to transplant
Thanks Cathryn. I prefer to start mine early indoors. Keep safe.
@@LearnHow2 you too
you gotta think I am a wise old oak tree if I'm pkanting this higgeldy-piggeldy ahh basil
whats a propagator tray
Hi Alexa. It is a shallow tray with a transparent cover ideal for germinating seeds. Take a look at my other videos to see on. Keep safe.
I wonder shouldnt we wait until the 4 leaves to be appeared to be repotting?
I did what was shown in the video and got good results. Keep safe.
Can you put 2-3 basil plants in a single large pot?
Yes. That should be ok. Keep safe.
Does it need direct sunlight ?
How many hours in sun?!
Hi Mohamed. Keep the seedlings in semi shade but when the plants have several sets of leafs give them full sun all day (except if the mid day sun is fierce keep them in morning sun then shade from mid day onwards). Keep safe.
Separate seeds from spent flower heads with blender or shake in bag. Strain & blow chaff away.
Cover self polilnating plants, like basil, with small hole mesh bag to reduce cross polination & bug infestation & shake plant to help pollination. Pass the word.
Thanks for the tips! We are all learning from each other. Keep safe.
I’m a BEGINNER-beginner. So, question: Why not just plant the seeds in the pot in the first place? Why transplant them? Not being obnoxious, I honestly don’t know. Thank you!
HI Lidia. You can plant them directly. I start mine early indoors in trays (I grow so many flowers and plants that trays are a lot easier to move and handle than loads of pots) and then transplant them when the weather warms up. This prolongs the growing season. Keep safe.
@@LearnHow2 Oh! I see! Okay, well, this is my only plant and it’s very warm here in Texas so I guess I’m safe. 🤣 Thank you for your time and information! Greetings from Dallas!
How do u make the plants grow bushy, rather tall??🤔
Prick out the growing tip. This encourages side shoots.
How many days does the basil need to be grown
I tried the same way however my seeds failed to grow even after 3 weeks :( I kept them indoors during night to avoid them from frost at night. I am puzzled why they didn't even sprout.
I suspect the seeds are no good - either they are too old or have been killed by excessive heat/cold in storage. I have just planted a lot for this years crop and they are thriving. Keep safe.
@@LearnHow2 Thanks. I will change the seeds then.
it did not sprout for two weeks and its still does not sprout what to do
Wait more
How many days should I cover them
Keep covered until seeds germinate then remove cover.
During step 4, how often do you water the plants? Please and thanks.
I have this same problem
Do I need much water to grow basil ?
Just enough to keep them moist and stop them from drying out.
@@LearnHow2 thanks very much !
i am interested in planting thai basil, but where can i avail the seed or the plants here in the philippines
Thai basil seeds (called kemangi in Malaysia) is easily found here at garden supply stores/sections. Perhaps you can get friends/family living here to send u some.
There are Thai basil in Cartimar. Other basil varieties can be bought from seed at Ace Hardware and other supermarkets.
@@kwekkershue TNX A LOT
Can i just plant the seeds directly to a pot?
Yes you can. Keep safe.
What kind of compost ?
Hi Richard. I use a brand called Humax. John Innes Number 1 is a good one as well.
Is it safe to grow in ur garden
Hi Juanita. Why would you think they are not safe?
Does it invite snakes because of its smell, please revert
Hola Juanita. I cannot comment on this as we do not have snakes where I live.
I have spots and my basil leafs
Sorry to hear that - it is a fungal infection.
WTF.. Literally from the seed to cut the leaves that did not exist at that time.. And then "Voilaa" You got a full size plant ready to be harvested.. That was pretty weird
Are you simple or what?
@@jc9shineon433 I do not understand the question?
mine are going on one month and they are still as big as yours as 1:27
TattedSweetheart k
You kept them it sun
Àre basil seeds and chia seeds same?
No I think they are different
i need to do this for a science experiment:/
Is this for a class or your own interest? Keep safe.
@@LearnHow2 my class, thanks you too!
Your method doesn’t work. Seeded as suggested but nothing grew. Did I water too much or too little, or sun or not sun? Too warm or too cold? Your method doesn’t mention any of these.
Sorry to hear you had problems. I dont give specific advice in the video as the climate varies vastly around the world and what would be right for one region would be totally wrong for another. Thats why I say follow the growing instructions on the seed packet for your region.
Plant the seeds as shown in the video. Keep the soil moist (but not wet) and keep warm (20 degC). Make sure you only use seeds from a reputable supplier. The plants like full sun.
I think it’s better to plant several in one pot.
Hi Ann. At some stage you will have to thin them out otherwise they would hinder each others growth. Keep safe.
01:27 How many days after was this, about a week? Thanks
Hi Angello. It was about 2 to 3 weeks. Keep safe.
why not just sow them in the pot?
You can start straight in the pot. Keep safe.
dry before smoking