Basil is one of the most popular culinary herbs to plant yourself at home. If you do everything right, you will have the herb with its deliciously fresh taste for months.

But in order for the delicious culinary herb to thrive, you should avoid a few typical mistakes - such as choosing the wrong plant neighbor. Because basil and parsley have completely different needs. As a Mediterranean herb, basil likes it warm, sunny, and dry. The native parsley, on the other hand, needs more shade and lots of water. One will always suffer in the end. What are the healthiest herbs for us are not necessarily the best for you. What can I plant with basil? Here are the top tips to help you get the most out of your spring garden. It's best to plant basil now. But if you're not careful and crammed it with the wrong plant neighbors, your enjoyment could be short-lived. It can not only shine and taste good but can also do good for the bed and balcony. It repels whiteflies and protects against mildew.