Basil flowering is a part of the plant's life cycle, happening in late summer. Cutting off the flowers will encourage more growth making your basil perform for longer. Don't waste anything! Basil buds and flowers are a nutritious and flavourful addition to your meals from salads to soups.They have a mild, sweet flavour and contain a variety of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin A, C, iron, calcium, magnesium and potassium. Basil buds and flowers can be eaten raw or cooked and are a beautif