Next time you buy basil at the grocery store, make it your last and try this hack to grow your own endless supply of fresh herbs.
Thanks to gardening expert Simon Akeroyd (@simonakeroydgardener), you'll never have to include basil on your shopping list again as you can learn how to propagate and grow it at home.
@simonakeroydgardener It's Basil! Introducing herbs that are easy to grow. Basil can be grown all year round. If you do it in the winter, keep it indoors and in a room with central heating. Enjoy 😀 #Gardening #Do-it-yourself #Gardening for Beginners ♬ Wonderwall – Oasis
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Once you purchase your basil at your local grocery store, snip off one of the young stems with scissors. Gently peel off the bottom leaves and place the small stems in a jar of water.
Over time, roots will begin to grow on the stem.
“These are new, free plants,” says Simon.
Once the roots have developed, transfer your new basil plant to a pot with compost and place it in a sunny spot. When you need more basil, simply take more cuttings from the flowering plant and restart the propagation process.
“Basil! This is an easy herb to grow,” says Simon. “You can propagate basil all year round. You don't have to buy basil anymore.”
How does it help?
Simon's Gardening Hacks teaches TikTokers around the world how to grow their own herbs. Simon helps his followers save money on groceries by encouraging users to take up gardening.
Gardening is also a great way to support your mental and physical health. A University of Colorado study found that people who garden consistently are healthier than those who don't. Gardening can also help reduce stress and increase your sense of well-being.
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From an environmental perspective, growing your own fruits and vegetables helps reduce the demand for produce that is mass-produced and shipped around the world. By planting your own crops, you can reduce your carbon footprint.
what everyone is saying
TikTokers were grateful for the discovery of the hack.
“I always love your content,” one user replied. “I love that it teaches you how to grow plants from everyday food.”
“I'm already doing this,” another wrote. “I have a basil tree! I love the scent in my house.”
“Thank you for showing me how to save money on herbs, fruits and vegetables that I can grow at home,” said one user.
Another TikToker said: “Awesome.” “You can't beat home-grown basil.”
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