Many of us have an herb garden, but did you know you can forage for wild spice plants? Many native plants growing wild have been used for seasoning for centuries, but today much of the knowledge ...

"Plant once and you can grow it forever!" Gardener shares money-saving method to grow the most expensive spice in the world in your own garden: 'I never knew' first appeared on The Cool Down.

Ginger is a fundamental spice in many African plant-based drinks, cherished for its unique warm and spicy kick. It's ...

Spices are essential ingredients used in various dishes and are widely consumed worldwide. Typically employed in small amounts to enhance flavor, spices are derived from diverse sources, including the ...

Ken Johnson is a horticulture educator with UI Extension, serving Calhoun, Cass, Greene, Morgan and Scott counties. This ...

And since food spoils more quickly in hotter weather, it's only natural that warmer climates have more bacteria-killing spices. Indeed, the very plants that produce spices use them in this way.

Did you know that the world’s most expensive spice comes from a type of crocus? It’s true. Saffron is derived from Crocus ...

(THE CONVERSATION) Regardless of how you celebrate end-of-year holidays, food is probably central to your winter festivities. And a trio of spices – cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger – feature in many ...