Mezcals have complex flavors, whether smoky, savory, or sweet. In cocktails, they all pair excellently with spicy flavors, from ginger to cayenne pepper.

Learn how to start seeds indoors with vermiculite, heat mats and LED light, plus watering, temperature and timing tips for better germination.

The plant with numerous health benefits is easy to grow on your own. Start them inside, then move them outside. Here are more ...

In the U.S., only about 664 tons of ginger were produced in 2024 — just 0.7% of what Americans consumed. Few crops illustrate U.S. dependence on foreign markets as strongly as ginger.

Pope's Garden Center celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2025, and it is also optimistically looking forward as it begins its ...

Does ginger really help an upset stomach? The science: For more than 2,500 years, ginger has been used for its medicinal properties. Ginger is still often recommended as a way ...

In this video, I show you how to grow ginger in containers from store-bought ginger roots. I take you through selecting the ...

Q: What could be done about these elm roots (see reader's photo)? They are getting larger in the lawn. A: Unfortunately, some trees produce more surface roots than others, and some produce the roots ...

I’ve been growing herbs in the garden long enough to know they don’t require much. Just water, sunlight and my best intentions. In the garden, herbs are forgiving plants. They aren’t fussy about soil ...

Q. My friend and I talk gardening all the time. One recent conversation has made me want to meet her challenge to learn more about the plant ... shampoo ginger. She coined it a “hidden treasure.” Can ...

Jillian Kubala, MS, is a registered dietitian based in Westhampton, NY. Jillian uses a unique and personalized approach to help her clients achieve optimal wellness through nutrition and lifestyle ...