Basil
Ocimum basilicum
herbSweet basil is one of the most popular culinary herbs, prized for its aromatic leaves used in Italian and Southeast Asian cooking. It's a warm-season annual that grows quickly.
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Mint
Mentha spp.
herbMint is a vigorous, aromatic herb used in cooking, teas, and cocktails. It spreads rapidly via underground runners and is best grown in containers to prevent it taking over the garden.
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Basil
Mint
light_modeLight
Full sun — at least 6 hours per day.
Full sun to partial shade.
water_dropWater
Regularly; keep soil moist but not waterlogged.
Regularly; keep soil consistently moist.
compostSoil
Rich, moist, well-draining potting or garden soil.
Rich, moist soil. Tolerates most soil types.
scienceFertiliser
Light monthly feed with balanced fertiliser.
Monthly liquid feed during growing season.
thermometerTemperature
18–30°C. Very frost-sensitive.
7–25°C. Frost-hardy but dies back in winter.
humidity_percentageHumidity
Moderate. Good air circulation important.
Moderate to high.
Toxicity
Audience
Basil
Mint
cats
check_circleSafe
warningToxic
dogs
check_circleSafe
check_circleSafe
children
check_circleSafe
check_circleSafe
Basil — USDA Zones
10a10b11a11b
Mint — USDA Zones
3a3b4a4b5a5b6a6b7a7b8a8b9a9b