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Native to Mediterranean regions, the bay laurel (Laurus nobilis) is a well-known culinary herb. Also known as bay leaf plant, it’s a tree or shrub that grows outdoors in warm, humid climates or ...

Find out how to grow your own bay leaf plant to add just-picked leaves to your favorite recipes. Native to Mediterranean regions, the bay leaf plant (Laurus nobilis) is a well-known culinary herb.

Garden columnist Dan Gill answers readers' questions each week. To send a question, email Gill at [email protected]. I'm growing a variety of peppers (Cayenne, Tabasco, Habanero, etc.). I ...