Although the offerings at most grocery stores might make you think otherwise, there is more than one variety of fresh basil. Take a look at your local farmers’ market or garden store and you’ll ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Any seasoned cook will attest to the fact that fresh herbs transform a dish from cafeteria food to gourmet fare...assuming you ...

Basil is a member of the mint family, and even the varieties so prized by Italian cooks originated in Asia. Though grown as an annual in California, the hardy plant is actually a woody perennial that ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Basil, a member of the mint family, is a common ingredient in various culinary cultures — perhaps most famously in Italian pesto ...

AMES, IA - As the popularity of fresh culinary herbs increases, growers are looking to year-round production methods to supply distributors and local consumers. In colder climates, culinary herb ...

All types of basil make useful companion plants, but one type is the clear winner for deterring pests. Growing basil as a companion plant provides natural pest control. A study showed bush basil ...

There are many popular Italian herbs that are used in everyday cooking, but this is one you may not be very familiar with. It ...

Any seasoned cook will attest to the fact that fresh herbs transform a dish from cafeteria food to gourmet fare...assuming you know how to use them properly, that is. Here, a guide to the types of ...