A bay laurel (Laurus nobilis), the tree that produces these herbs, makes a wonderful addition to most indoor and outdoor garden setups. Here's what you need to know about growing and caring for a ...

Bay leaves come from the bay laurel tree, an evergreen tree native to the Mediterranean region. When they're cooked in a meal such as a stew or soup for an extended period, bay leaves are supposed ...

Bay leaves, extracted from the bay laurel tree, have been used in various world cuisines like Indian and Mediterranean. They are believed to add a strong taste, a combination of pine, clove ...

Every year this column is guided by a general theme recommended to us by readers and fellow gardeners. In 2025, Gardeners’ ...

If a recipe asks you to add a bay leaf, would you listen? The leathery but delicate leaf, which is usually removed before a dish is served, has been a mainstay of Mediterranean cuisine for ...