The immediate symptoms of stress include increased heart rate (tachycardia), high blood pressure (hypertension) and dilated pupils. Short-term acute stress can actually help a person to react more quickly, think more clearly, and be more attentive and productive.he immediate symptoms of stress include increased heart rate (tachycardia), high blood pressure (hypertension) and dilated pupils. Short-term acute stress can actually help a person to react more quickly, think more clearly, and be more attentive and productive.
Mixing equal parts of peat moss, compost and potting soil will produce good results. Tamp the soil down lightly to remove air pockets and water it. Keep the soil in the sunny window. Plant your basil only after the soil is warm (above 60 degrees) by sowing seeds directly into the pot, or transplanting seedlings.Water your basil regularly to keep the soil moist, but not soggy.Water deeply, until water drips out of the bottom of the pot. Don't allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings.ixing equal parts of peat moss, compost and potting soil will produce good results. Tamp the soil down lightly to remove air pockets and water it. Keep the soil in the sunny window. Plant your basil only after the soil is warm (above 60 degrees) by sowing seeds directly into the pot, or transplanting seedlings.
1 To get a head start, start the seeds indoors 6 weeks before the last spring frost. 2  Ensure your outdoor site gets 6 to 8 hours of full Sun daily; soil should be moist and well-drained. 3  After the last frost date, plant the seeds/seedlings in the ground about Â¼-inch deep.4  The soil should be around 70ÂºF for best growth. Another storage method is drying the basil (although some of the flavor will be lost). 2  Pinch off the leaves at the stem and place them in a well-ventilated and shady area. 3  After 3 to 4 days, if the plants are not completely dry, place them in the oven on the lowest heat setting with the door slightly open.