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Avoid lignification of your basil on the terrace and balcony

Vermeide Verholzung deines Basilikums auf Terrasse und Balkon

Do you also love the fresh aroma of basil on your terrace or balcony? We all know how this green wonder livens up our kitchen. But sometimes the strong green is interspersed with brown, woody parts - the basil becomes woody. Here you can find out what you can do about it and how automatic watering can help.

The purpose of basil: green or brown?

Basil naturally becomes woody over time. Like any plant, basil strives to flower and produce seeds. This causes the stems to slowly become woody, especially when the plant is flowering. While woody growth is normal, you can delay it and enjoy strong, green basil leaves for longer.

Preventive steps against the woodiness of basil

One of the best ways to prevent woodiness is to practice good plant management. Harvest your basil regularly and prune it back as soon as it starts to flower. This will prevent the plant from growing tall and instead encourage the growth of new stems and leaves.

Water & Sun: Key to Optimal Care

Like all plants, basil loves light and water, but too much of either can be harmful. Full sun exposure and too much water can stress the plant and cause it to develop hard, woody stems. Therefore, it is important to find the correct amount of water and exposure on your patio or balcony.

Automatic watering is ideal for watering your basil. Just like larger potted plants on your balcony, basil also benefits from this technology. Over- or under-supply is avoided and the plant gets exactly what it needs, when it needs it.


Conclusion

Woodiness in basil is completely normal, but can be contained with good plant care and the right watering. With automatic watering, you can elegantly get rid of this problem and at the same time ensure that your basil thrives optimally in any location on the balcony or terrace. Give your green thumb a technology boost with Boum and enjoy the green splendor on your balcony or terrace.

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