Basil

Holy Basil (Ocimum tenuiflorum) Also known as Tulsi basil, holy basil is a variety with numerous medicinal properties and has been used in Ayurvedic practices… Read More »Which Variety Of Basil Is Medicinal?

Both tulsi and basil belong to the Lamiaceae family. The edible basil leaves are mainly used for culinary dishes whereas tulsi is mainly used as… Read More »Is Cooking Basil And Tulsi Same?

This green leafy plant, also known as Ocimum sanctum L. and tulsi, is native to Southeast Asia. What is holy basil called in English? holy… Read More »What’S Another Name For Holy Basil?

Holy basil isn’t recommended if you’re taking anticoagulants (blood thinners) such as: Coumadin (warfarin) Heparin. Aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid) Plavix (clopidogrel) Fragmin (dalteparin) Lovenox (enoxaparin) Ticlid… Read More »What Can You Not Take With Holy Basil?

Wild basil is thought to have anti-inflammatory properties, which can aid against a multitude of health conditions. For example, consuming basil regularly is thought to… Read More »What Can You Use Wild Basil For?

Geraniums are thought to deter rabbits with their pungent smell, although gardeners enjoy varieties with a citrus, rose or other appealing fragrance. Zonal geraniums are… Read More »What Plant Do Rabbits Not Like?

Mint is also a good choice for a deer-resistant herb garden. The strong scent of mint is off-putting to deer, who will avoid eating plants… Read More »Will Deer Eat Peppermint?

Deer resistant vegetables in the nightshade family include tomatoes and tomatillos, potatoes, eggplant, and some peppers. Other plants toxic to deer : Rhubarb and cucumber… Read More »What Vegetables Are Toxic To Deer?

30 Deer-Resistant Plants French Marigold. French marigolds come in an array of bright colors over a long season and are a mainstay of gardeners everywhere.… Read More »What Plants Are Safe Around Deer?