Williams explains on behalf of Thompson that the Farm House's preference stems — no pun intended — from the fact that dry bay leaves are just easier to store (while still maintaining flavor).

Bay leaf plants thrive in well-draining soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH level. A mixture of potting soil and sand or perlite does the trick for container planting, providing adequate ...

Store dried bay leaves in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Dried bay leaves will maintain their flavor for 2 to 3 months. Ideally, you want to store them in an airtight container in the ...

West Bengal, however today it has gained popularity among the trading and farming community due to its high demand and ease ...