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Triple Basil Herb Garden
A complete guide to growing and using fresh Genovese basil, Red Genovese basil, and Thai basil.
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Welcome
Welcome to Your Garden
Most people know basil as the classic herb for pesto, pasta, and tomato dishes — but the world of basil is much more diverse than the familiar bunch at the grocery store.
Genovese basil brings the sweet, classic flavour people know and love. Red Genovese basil adds beautiful colour and a slightly deeper, more aromatic character. Thai basil brings a warmer, spicier flavour with notes of anise and clove, making it perfect for stir-fries, curries, noodle dishes, and fresh summer drinks.
This garden brings together three distinct basils in one pot, giving you a more colourful and flavourful way to explore one of the world’s most beloved culinary herbs.
Your Triple Basil Herb Garden arrives fully grown, pre-potted, and ready to harvest. There is no transplanting, no seed starting, and no guesswork.
Just place it somewhere bright and warm, water when needed, and start using fresh basil in the meals you already make.
First day care
Help your garden settle in
When your herb garden arrives, remove it from the box as soon as possible and give it a quick check.
Unbox gently
Remove any packing material and place the pot on a saucer, tray or waterproof surface. A few bent stems are normal after shipping and usually perk up with light and water.
Check the soil
Touch the top of the soil. If it feels dry, water slowly until the soil is evenly moist and a little water drains from the bottom of the pot.
Wait on big harvests
Let your garden adjust for 48 hours before heavier picking. This gives the plants time to settle into their new home.
Repotting is optional
Your garden arrives ready to enjoy in its pot. If you choose to upgrade your pot, wait 48 hours until the garden has fully recovered from shipping and is actively growing before repotting.
What to expect
If your basil arrives looking a little tired, don’t worry — that can happen after shipping. Give it bright light, warmth, water if needed, and it should perk back up within a day.
We’re here to help
If anything looks concerning, please reach out to us at support@herbwild.com as soon as possible so we can help. We want you to succeed, and your plants are backed by our 15-day satisfaction guarantee.
Light & water
Keep care simple
Light
Place your garden in bright natural light, such as a sunny windowsill, kitchen counter near a window, or covered patio. Basil loves warmth and strong light, so choose the brightest comfortable spot you have.
Water
Water when the top inch of soil feels dry. The goal is evenly moist soil, not soggy soil. If the pot feels heavy and the soil is still damp, wait another day.
Warmth
Basil is a warm-weather herb. Keep your garden away from cold drafts, air conditioners, and chilly windows. A warm, bright kitchen is usually ideal.
Rotation
Turn the pot every few days so all sides receive direct light. This helps the garden grow more evenly and keeps the basil easier to harvest.
Drainage
Do not let the pot sit in standing water. Empty the saucer after watering so the roots stay healthy.
Meet your herbs
Three fresh basil varieties
Genovese Basil
Flavour
Sweet, fragrant, and classic. Genovese basil is the basil most people know from pesto, tomato sauce, pizza, caprese salad, and Italian cooking.
Care note
Genovese basil likes warmth, bright light, and steady moisture. Pinch from the top to keep the plant full and bushy.
Red Genovese Basil
Flavour
A colourful basil with a classic basil flavour and a slightly deeper, more aromatic character. Its red-purple leaves make simple dishes look more special.
Care note
Red basil may grow a little more slowly than green basil. Harvest it regularly, but avoid cutting too much at once so it can keep producing fresh leaves.
Thai Basil
Flavour
Warm, spicy, and slightly sweet, with notes of anise and clove. Thai basil is especially good in stir-fries, curries, noodle bowls, soups, and fresh rolls.
Care note
Thai basil loves warmth and regular harvesting. Pinch off flower buds if they appear so the plant stays focused on leafy growth.
Harvesting
Pinch from the top
Small, regular harvests are better than one large cut. Use clean scissors or herb snips, take what you need for the meal, and leave plenty of leafy growth behind so the garden can keep producing.
Basil grows fuller when you harvest from the top. Each cut encourages the plant to branch, which helps prevent tall, leggy growth.
Genovese Basil
Snip the top of a stem just above a pair of leaves. This encourages the plant to branch and grow fuller.
Red Genovese Basil
Harvest small amounts from the top of the plant, just above a pair of leaves. Leave enough leaves behind so the plant can continue growing strongly.
Thai Basil
Snip the top growth just above a pair of leaves. If flower buds appear, pinch them off to keep the flavour focused in the leaves.
Easy ways to use them
Simple ideas for everyday meals
Fresh basil is one of the easiest herbs to use often. You can keep things classic with Genovese basil, add colour with Red Genovese basil, or bring a warmer, spicier flavour with Thai basil.
Use basil as a fresh finish
Basil is often best added near the end of cooking or right before serving. Fresh basil adds aroma, colour, and a clean garden flavour.
- Pasta
- Pizza
- Tomato soup
- Sandwiches
- Salads
- Grilled vegetables
- Noodle bowls
- Curries
Use Genovese basil with tomatoes and cheese
Genovese basil is a natural match for tomatoes, mozzarella, parmesan, olive oil, garlic, and pasta. Add basil near the end so its flavour stays fresh.
- Caprese salad
- Tomato pasta
- Pizza
- Tomato toast
- Pesto
- Bruschetta
- Minestrone
Use Thai basil in warm, spicy dishes
Thai basil holds its flavour beautifully in bold dishes. It is especially good with garlic, chili, coconut milk, lime, fish sauce, soy sauce, noodles, and stir-fried vegetables. Add Thai basil near the end of cooking or as a fresh garnish.
- Thai curry
- Stir-fried noodles
- Fried rice
- Pho-style soup
- Lettuce wraps
- Fresh rolls
- Grilled chicken
Easy everyday ideas
- Caprese salad: Use Genovese basil or Red Genovese basil with tomatoes and mozzarella.
- Pasta: Finish with chopped Genovese basil, parmesan, and olive oil.
- Pizza: Add fresh basil after baking.
- Stir-fry: Add Thai basil at the end of cooking.
- Noodle bowls: Finish with Thai basil and lime.
- Tomato toast: Add fresh basil leaves, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Salad: Add Red Genovese basil for colour and aroma.
- Lemonade or cocktails: Use basil as a fresh garnish or muddled herb.
Simple recipes
Simple Recipes
Fresh salad
Caprese Salad
Ingredients
- Sliced tomatoes
- Mozzarella
- Fresh Genovese basil leaves
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Balsamic vinegar or balsamic glaze, optional
Directions
Layer or toss together tomatoes, mozzarella, fresh Genovese basil leaves, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
How to use
This is one of the most classic ways to enjoy fresh basil. Add balsamic vinegar or balsamic glaze if you like.
Pasta
Spaghetti with Basil and Parmesan
Ingredients
- Hot spaghetti
- Olive oil or butter
- Chopped fresh Genovese basil
- Grated parmesan
- Black pepper
- A splash of pasta water
Directions
Toss hot spaghetti with olive oil or butter, chopped fresh Genovese basil, grated parmesan, black pepper, and a splash of pasta water.
How to use
This is a simple way to use basil without needing to make a full pesto.
Curry
Thai Green Curry with Basil
Ingredients
- Chicken, tofu, shrimp, or vegetables
- Thai green curry sauce
- Coconut milk
- Fresh Thai basil leaves
- Lime juice, optional
- Sliced chili, optional
- Rice or noodles, for serving
Directions
Simmer chicken, tofu, shrimp, or vegetables in Thai green curry sauce with coconut milk. Near the end of cooking, add fresh Thai basil leaves, lime juice, and sliced chili if using. Serve with rice or noodles.
How to use
Thai basil adds a warm, aromatic flavour that pairs beautifully with coconut milk, lime, chili, and green curry paste.
Toast
Bruschetta with Basil
Ingredients
- Toasted slices of bread
- Chopped tomatoes
- Chopped fresh basil
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Garlic, optional
- Balsamic vinegar, mozzarella, parmesan, or ricotta, optional
Directions
Top toasted slices of bread with chopped tomatoes, chopped fresh basil, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and garlic if using.
How to use
This is a classic way to use fresh basil with ripe tomatoes, olive oil, and crusty bread. Add balsamic vinegar, mozzarella, parmesan, or ricotta if you like.