Grow an INFINITE Supply of Basil Without Buying More! (Basil Propagating)

Join me in the challenge of growing an infinite supply of basil without ever having to buy more again! Let's see if we can master the art of basil propagating together!

[@Heymiona]

Well-explained, easy to follow 🥳

[@TheRandomPlant]

Thank you so much for the kind words! It means a lot to hear that the video was helpful to you.

[@webersworld7723]

Thank you so much! This is the most informative video I have seen on basil! I have been cutting above the node to root them.

[@TheRandomPlant]

Thank you for your kind words! I'm thrilled to hear that you found the video informative. Happy gardening with your basil!

[@kirsty8132]

Love to see australian gardeners. Awesome tips for my favourite herb

[@TheRandomPlant]

Thank you so much for your kind words! It’s great to hear that you found the tips helpful. Happy gardening!

[@isabelchilian2930]

Thank you for all your fantastic tutorial on pruning and propagating basil plants!! . 🤗

[@TheRandomPlant]

Thanks a ton! Glad you liked it! Now go make that basil thrive! 💚🌿

[@isabelchilian2930]

Yes!! Today I found in my fridge a celery stock and I cut the base and planted it! I can't wait to see it grow!🤗 Have a great day. Thank you again for all your fantastic tutorials! 👍

[@TheRandomPlant]

I haven't done one on celery yet. However, I have had some success with it. Good luck 👍

[@jacksonking7754]

Very descriptive everything explained nicely thanks

[@TheRandomPlant]

Thank you. I'm glad you found it informative, I hope you enjoy the basil you grow.

[@littlemogocreek]

A great, concise tutorial. Nicely done.

[@TheRandomPlant]

I really appreciate your kind words! It means a lot to know the tutorial resonated with you.

[@luisc1748]

Thank you, I am new in this wonderful world of plants and I have gathered a bit of info on certain things but I am learning all the time, and YOUR video, this video really helped me understand what pruning really is and does to the plant and at the same time, propagating and you have explained it perfectly the process. Thank you.

[@TheRandomPlant]

Thank you, I am glad you found my video helpful and informative. And, welcome to the wonderful world of plants.

[@kirsty8132]

I just came across your channel. Love it.

[@TheRandomPlant]

I'm so glad you found the channel! Welcome aboard, and I hope you enjoy the content!

[@susanlisson7066]

G’day from Perth. I’ve been doing this for a few years now, same with parsley and Thai basil. It’s cheap and economical. The only problem I’m finding is that my basil has started putting out a few flower buds because I planted them at the end of autumn.

[@TheRandomPlant]

Thanks for sharing your experience! Basil can be tricky sometimes, especially with the timing. Have you thought about pinching off those flower buds to encourage more leaf growth?

[@susanlisson7066]

@@TheRandomPlant Yes I’m currently doing that and have to check daily.

[@TheRandomPlant]

It is a tricky one that I haven't completely solved yet. However, I am experimenting with moving a batch into a cooler spot with less direct sun... given just how strong the Australian sun is, I think that's what makes controlling the flowering so difficult

[@susanlisson7066]

@@TheRandomPlant That’s a good idea thank you. I recall a few years ago growing mine in partial shade with just some morning sun because it was getting burnt in full sun. Perth sun is way too intense during summer. It still flowered but it was during autumn which is normal.

[@TheRandomPlant]

No worries. Fingers crossed 🤞

[@marli269]

Thank you so much for this information. I am going to try this today.

[@TheRandomPlant]

You're welcome. I'm glad you found it informative and useful. Let me know how you go with it ☺

[@joannesmith1287]

I have a basil that has flowered. I know now to remove the flower stalk. Can I use the mother plant to make cuttings or will that not be flavorful because they are coming off a plant that has flowered?

[@TheRandomPlant]

That is an excellent question. In my experience there is no issues with using the mother plant once it has started to flower. However, make sure that there are no flowers remaining on the cuttings that you use. If you have concerns or have left the flowers on for "a bit too long", then give the plant a day or 2 to recover after removing the flowers first. I personally haven't had any issues (so far). The important part is to make sure that no flowers are on the cuttings you use, including the little starting "buds" that I regularly miss when trimming my flowers off.

[@davinasquirrel7672]

In my experience, once it even starts to bolt, it is all over. Tastes awful.

[@TheRandomPlant]

My palate isn't as sensitive as yours in this regard. However, I expect that different varieties will have their flavor effected to different extents too