4. Plant Your Rooted Cutting
Once the cutting has 1–2 inches of roots, it’s ready for planting.
If using soil: Add a small layer of pebbles, then potting mix. Gently plant the cutting and water lightly.
If growing in water: Fill the bottle base with water, add pebbles to support the cutting, and suspend the stem so only the roots touch water.
5. Hang It and Let It Thrive
Hang your basil planter in a sunny spot — a windowsill, balcony railing, or wall hook works great. Basil loves 6–8 hours of indirect light daily.
🌞 Too much direct sun can scorch it. Indoors with filtered light is ideal.
💧 Care Tips for Basil in Bottles
Water when the top inch of soil feels dry
Pinch off flower buds to keep leaves growing strong
Harvest leaves regularly — it encourages fuller growth
Use a diluted liquid fertilizer every 2–4 weeks for healthy leaves
🌿 Final Thoughts
Growing basil from cuttings in hanging plastic bottles is one of those garden hacks that feels almost too easy — and yet it works beautifully. It’s low-cost, low-effort, and gives you a steady supply of fresh, fragrant basil without taking up counter space or costing a dime in supplies.
Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced gardener, this DIY method is a perfect way to turn a plastic bottle into something green, delicious, and useful.
Try it yourself — and never buy store-bought basil again!
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