Some gardeners prefer to use their fingers to pinch off the tops of the plant. While this can be effective for small cuts, using scissors or shears is recommended for larger pruning tasks to ensure precision and cleanliness.
6. Step-by-Step Guide to Pruning Basil
1. Begin by identifying the topmost pair of leaves on your basil plant. Look for a pair of healthy leaves with a strong stem.
2. Using your scissors or pruning shears, make a clean cut just above this pair of leaves. This cut will encourage the plant to produce two new stems from the leaf nodes.
3. Continue this process throughout the plant, focusing on areas that are becoming too tall or leggy.
4. Remove any flowers or buds as soon as they appear to keep the plant focused on leaf production.
5. Regularly check your plant and repeat the pruning process every 2-3 weeks to maintain its bushy shape.
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