Comments and insights on the name Shawn: | Edit. Of all the translations of John, I love Shawn the most by far. It has a nice modern ring to it but is not too common. I also very much prefer this spelling as well. It is starting to become very popular amongst young men.
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5. Feed the basil plant every two weeks with a plant fertilizer that is high in nitrogen. Use the fertilizer at half strength to avoid root burn. Fertilizer promotes foliage growth and slows the flowering stage of the plant.. Set the plant on a tray full of pebbles, and add water to the tray. This creates a level of humidity around the basil plant. You can also mist the plant daily to increase the moisture in the air. Maintain a room temperature of about 60 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit, and avoid cold drafts.