Herb gardening advice from Alan Titchmarsh and US extension experts

British gardening personality Alan Titchmarsh shared simple basil‑growing recommendations in a video, advising ample sunlight, 10 cm spacing to improve airflow, regular watering, and the use of balanced organic fertiliser while avoiding potassium‑rich feeds. A gardener who followed the guidance reported a healthier, bushier basil plant suitable for culinary use.

In the United States, University of Arkansas extension agents Krista Quinn and Nicole Nichols offered broader herb‑garden tips. They highlighted herbs such as basil, parsley, oregano, thyme, rosemary and mint as beginner‑friendly, stressing at least six hours of daily sun, well‑draining soil, adequate spacing, and consistent watering. They cautioned against soggy soil and suggested starting with one or two herbs, using containers for fast‑spreading varieties like mint.