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Old August 1, 2013   #56
biscgolf
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Originally Posted by Lorri D View Post
I've heard that the flavored basil types loose their distinctive flavors over time and revert back to normal tasting basil. I've never had a plant last more than a few months, so I have not had this problem. But, I am going to try to keep a plant all year long in my greenhouse.

Does anyone know why this happens or better yet how to prevent it from happening? Thank you
i have had an African blue basil plant live for 6 or 7 years without this occurring.
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