Grow basil indoors using hydroponics, surprising results

Basil is very easy to grow, not only in the ground but also in hydroponics. Therefore, it is very suitable for families without much garden space. The fresh green appearance of basil when grown in a glass of water can also decorate the small kitchen corner of housewives more beautifully.

Not only can it be grown on soil, but hydroponics can also be used.

Basil is one of the herbs that is not only delicious but also contains many nutrients and appears in folk remedies to treat indigestion, bloating, dizziness, etc. very effectively. Basil has a slightly pungent smell, eaten with dishes such as duck meat, Hue beef noodle soup, pho or eaten with raw vegetables to enhance the flavor of the dish.

Basil is an herb that is not only delicious but also nutritious.

Below, we invite you to join us in learning how to grow basil hydroponically quickly and effectively!

Prepare:

It's very simple, you just need to choose to buy green basil branches, they are easily found in markets, supermarkets, a pair of scissors and a glass jar (or bowl, drinking cup...) are all fine.

Proceed:

To propagate basil, use scissors to cut from the top down about 5 - 9cm (depending on the branch) to get the new leaves that have just sprouted at the top of the basil. Remove the lower leaves, leaving only a few young leaves above.

Use scissors to cut from the top down about 5 - 9cm to get the newly sprouted leaves.

Remove the lower leaves, leaving only a few young leaves above.

After removing the excess leaves, place the basil branch in a bowl of water or a jar/cup of clean water and place it in a place with lots of light such as a windowsill, steps, etc. However, be careful to place it in a bright place but not in direct sunlight. Young plants will easily get heat shock from such intense heat.

Basil grown hydroponically is very simple, just provide enough light, water and ensure the cleanliness of the bowl/cup of water, the plant will grow quickly.

Place the basil sprigs in clean water and change the water regularly.

Place in a bright place but avoid direct sunlight.

Take care of:

Check the water level carefully, do not let the plant lack water. You also need to change the water every day to keep the basil fresh. After about 5-7 days, you will see white young roots starting to grow from the base of the basil branch. Each day more roots will appear, let them grow to about 5cm, continue to change the water every day, this process will take about 10-20 days from the beginning until you enjoy the results.

After 5 - 7 days, white young roots begin to grow from the base of the basil branch.

You also need to change the water daily to keep the basil fresh.

Harvest:

After a while, those initial branches will fully develop into basil plants. In favorable conditions, basil will grow strongly, if you cut the top to eat, a few days later new branches will grow from it. Basil provides vitamins A, K, C, is also rich in calcium, iron, magnesium, ... and essential minerals that are very good for the body. Their scent also creates a feeling of excitement, moreover, it is very effective in repelling insects.

Under favorable conditions, basil will thrive.

If possible, invest in beautiful jars made of clear glass and in bright colors. So your kitchen will always have this interesting herb for housewives to look at and use when needed, right?

Vases with bright colors are suitable for growing cinnamon for beauty.

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