It is best to water basil from the bottom. Watering basil from the bottom encourages the roots to grow so they can better reach the water. As the roots grow, the plant will become more efficient at obtaining water and nutrients from the soil, ultimately resulting in a larger and healthier plant.

Do you water basil from top or bottom?

Seedlings. Baby basil plants need moist soil at all times, so bottom water is the best for this situation. Basil is a seed favorite for organic gardening, and non-organic gardening.

How often do you water bottom basil?

The top should feel cool and dry, while the bottom should be cool and moderately damp. In the ground, this is a bit harder to determine but the plant needs deep watering at least once per week in full sun situations where the soil drains well.