Basil Mint May 2026

Basil Mint inherits the "enthusiastic" growth habit of the mint family, meaning it is much easier to keep alive than standard basil but can become invasive.

: Some gardeners use it to create a "frugal pesto," substituting standard basil with a handful of basil mint leaves and using sunflower seeds instead of pine nuts. Growing and Maintenance basil mint

: While it loves light, too much direct sun can cause "sunburned" crispy leaves, whereas too little light leads to leggy, sparse growth. Basil Mint inherits the "enthusiastic" growth habit of