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title: "Good morning all, so this is my 1st basil plant ever but I have never…"
description: "Good morning all, so this is my 1st basil plant ever but I have never seen these flowering shoots in others. I’m I suppose to trim them off because they just…"
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community: "Gardening and Outdoor"
author: "Farmer Al’s Garden"
published: "2024-06-23T14:55:32.274282Z"
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# Good morning all, so this is my 1st basil plant ever but I have never…

_Posted by Farmer Al’s Garden on 2024-06-23_

Good morning all, so this is my 1st basil plant ever but I have never seen these flowering shoots in others. I’m I suppose to trim them off because they just seem to dry up and fall. Greatly appreciate any advice \& guidance. 🙏🏽

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## 2 comments

### Debbie commented on 2024-06-23

I think you are supposed to pinch off flower buds so the plant puts more energy into leaf production. Once herbs flower, they generally lose some flavour and scent.

#### Farmer Al’s Garden replied on 2024-06-23

Makes perfect sense, ty 🙏🏽

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