Bay plant

Cultivate bay laurel for flavor & privacy. Get the details of planting & caring for bay leaf—expert tips on growing bay leaf in any climate.

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This is a continuation of my Spice Series. Welcome to my information on How to Grow Bay Leaves! How to Grow Bay Leaves **The bay leaf comes from the bay laurel tree, an evergreen that originates

Everything you need to know about growing bay trees to harvest bay leaves to use in your kitchen. Grow them in containers, planting, caring and harvesting.

Bay laurel can be grown in a container or a raised bed, or as a tree or shrub in the landscape. Learn how to care for your own bay laurel plant.

The bay leaf tree, also known as the bay laurel (Laurus nobilis), is a versatile and aromatic plant that can be grown successfully in a pot, providing fresh bay leaves for culinary use. Whether you choose to propagate it from seeds, cuttings, or leaves, here’s a detailed guide to help…

Many people are surprised to discover that bay leaf does not come from a small herb like most other herbs and spices they use in their kitchen. Bay is a useful woodsy herb that adds flavor to savory dishes and helps to repel pests in your home. Bay is easy to grow and harvest.

Bay is an easy-to-grow plant but is susceptible to a few diseases, many of which create problems on foliage, the part used in cooking. Preventing these diseases can help protect both the plant and your secret recipe ingredient. Learn more in this article.

Bay leaves add their essence and aroma to our soups and stews but did you ever wonder how to grow a bay leaf tree? Get tips on how to grow a bay leaf tree in this article.

Buy Laurus nobilis 'Angustifolia' (Narrow Leaved Bay), a versatile evergreen reaching 30ft in 30 years. Perfect for seasoning and topiary.