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After a few trying weeks, the sun is shining on Boston once again. This week brings more potted basil plant add-ons, strawberry and blueberry add-ons, fresh chives, chard, zucchini, and the first hot house tomatoes from Deep Root Organic Coop. Check out the newsletter!

Topics: Newsletter

We want to thank everyone for their generous contribution to the One Fund Boston Marathon relief organization. Due to overwhelming response from you all, we are happy to say we were able to match $1,000 of your donations! Together, our Boston Organics community raised $2,120 over the course of just a few days.

Topics: Community Events

Our Dogma Box includes produce sourced as close to Boston as possible throughout the year. Similar to a CSA, this box is filled with the best organic produce from local and regional farms.

We are deeply saddened by the tragic events that happened at last week’s Marathon, and our hearts and thoughts are with everyone impacted by the acts of violence. We want to do what we can to help. The One Fund Boston, an initiative put forth by Governor Patrick and Mayor Menino, is raising money to help those families most affected by the tragic events at the Boston Marathon. Boston Organics customers are now able to donate to One Fund in $5 increments as an add-on. We will be matching the first $500 donated. Thank you for your help!

Topics: Newsletter, Community Events

Due to public safety concerns, we will not be making any scheduled deliveries today. Our apologies for any inconvenience this may cause.

Our Dogma Box includes produce sourced as close to Boston as possible throughout the year. Similar to a CSA, this box is filled with the best organic produce from local and regional farms.

Topics: Local Dogma Box

Today marks the 117th Boston Marathon and the celebration of Patriots’ Day! We wish a safe and successful run to all of you who are participating! It’s the last week for blood oranges and Meyer lemon add-ons, but we’re bringing in delicious blueberries and California strawberries to fill your add-on fruit needs. This week brings basil galore! We have potted basil plants available as add-ons, and we have small containers of basil going out in boxes. Check out the newsletter!

Topics: Holiday, Newsletter

Our Spring Produce Guide is hot off the press! This handy guide will help you use the transitioning bounty of spring as we wait for the local produce season to start up. It’s chock full of cooking tips, descriptions, and recipes for some of our favorite spring fruits and veggies.

Topics: Recipes, spring produce, Guides and Infographics

Spring brings the beginning of many new flavors, including fresh herbs! We’re excited to begin offering fresh, locally-grown organic herbs in boxes and as add-ons from Happy Valley Organics of Whately, MA.

We’re bringing in herb season with a bang. Our first herb of the season is a crowd favorite, and one of our favorite aromas – fresh basil! Not only will we have 3/4 oz containers of organic basil going out in boxes next week; we also have potted basil plants available as add-ons for $2.75.

Keeping a Basil Plant Alive:

Basil plants are fairly sensitive. Here are a few tips to keep your basil plant alive and healthy:

Water: Keep the basil moist. Water regularly so the soil doesn’t dry up, but don’t let it get too soggy.

Sunlight: Basil loves sunlight, so make sure it’s kept in a place where it can get sun throughout the day. If you’re keeping the plant indoors, a sunny window is best!

Remove flower buds: Pick off any flower buds. When the plant starts flowering, all of its energy will go to the flowers, so pinch them off.

Use frequently: Taking off big leaves makes room for little ones to grow. One trick we’ve heard is to leave the bottom two leaves on each stem. The good news is that it shouldn’t be hard to use fresh basil on a regular basis!

Find more basil tips here!

Basil Recipes

If you ever need recipes to help you get through the abundance of fresh basil coming your way, we have basil recipes galore! When in doubt, a big batch of pesto goes with anything and can be frozen for later use.

Click here to add a basil plant to your order!

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