Herb · Charlotte, NC

🌿 Basil

Almost unfair value. A few plants replace a summer of $4 clamshells.

Fresh garden herbs
Magda Ehlers / Pexels

Suitability: 100/100 · Excellent choice

Sun requirement: 5–8 hours
Space required: ~0.7 sq ft / plant
Difficulty: Very Easy
Plant Apr–Oct · Harvest May–Jul

Expected harvest: 11–32 lb
Grocery equivalent: $180–$507
Estimated garden cost: $79–$135
Potential savings: $45–$428/year