Herbs, spices and condiments are products of vegetable origin used to flavour food and as natural remedies for ailments and diseases. They are most commonly found in the form of the seeds, bark or leaves of aromatic plants, which can be dried, ground, or used fresh.
In cooking they are used as flavour enhancers in countless food recipes. They are also used to prepare pickles or preserves. Spices and Condiments are used in all the various cuisines of the world.
The use of Spices and Condiments to elaborate traditional medicinal remedies is well known, among its many properties we can find digestive, carminative, anti-inflammatory, expectorant properties, they also have toning properties, and they help the immune system. They are taken as infusions with water, and ointments for wounds or stings can be prepared using extracts of their essential oils.
They are normally of relatively easy cultivation, and can be grown in the garden and greenhouse, or in pots and planters on balconies and terraces.
There are 17 products tagged as Herbs, Spices and Condiments
Chives are a non-bulb onion, a perennial herbaceous plant with a bulbous stem. They grow together to form thick clumps.
It is a very healthy food product and provides great beauty to our gardens' compositions. The plants reach about 25-30cm, are gre [...]
Coriander is an aromatic plant widely used in gastronomy to elaborate an infinite number of dishes. It is used both dried and fresh.
This aromatic herb has many properties; most notably, it has antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties. It is also [...]
Dill is an aromatic plant highly appreciated for its therapeutic and gastronomic properties.
It is used in cooking to season fish and seafood stews, salads, cakes, bread, etc. It is also used to flavour preserves and vinegars.
Dill leaves and fruit [...]
Salvia sclarea L
Clary Sage is a biennial herbaceous plant belonging to the Lamiaceae family. It can reach 1m in size. It produces rough leaves and inflorescences of a white to violet colour that release a pleasant and intense aroma.
This attractiv [...]
Mentha spicata
Menta Spicata aka Spearmint is an aromatic plant well known for its fresh and intense aroma. It is used in cooking to add aroma and flavour to food dishes, and is often used in the preparation of desserts. In infusions, it combines we [...]
Origanum vulgare
Oregano is an herbaceous perennial plant with a strong aroma, growing as a small shrub up to 1m. As a cooking spice it is known for the many dishes and sauces it accompanies and enriches with its aroma.
Oregano as a medicinal herb [...]
Petroselinum sativum
Giant Italy Parsley is a variety with large, wavy, deep green leaves. Very aromatic and flavourful plant. It is a very productive variety.
Les Refardes - Giant Italy Parsley - Sowing and characteristics:
Direct sowing betwee [...]
Thymus vulgaris
Thyme is an aromatic shrub about 20-40 cm high, it is a very versatile plant in terms of applications.
It is used as a seasoning in the kitchen to add aroma and flavour to a variety of recipes. As an ornamental plant, it is used in [...]
Dwarf Marseillaise Basil is an aromatic herb that is easy to grow. As a kitchen seasoning it is known for its pungent aroma and flavour that will enrich pasta, meat and fish dishes.
Direct sowing or seedling in spring, basil likes direct sun and moi [...]
Papaver somniferum
The Poppy is a plant cultivated for ornamental purposes and for its edible seeds, which are often used in confectionery.
Poppy seeds are also used in emollient preparations for skin treatments. It was formerly used as a sedative, [...]
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The Genoese Giant Basil is an aromatic plant with broad leaves, very suitable for culinary seasoning in pasta, meat and fish dishes.
Sowing takes place in spring and can be sown directly or in seedbeds. For the proper development of the plant it mus [...]
Marjoram is an herbaceous plant with oval, green leaves and clusters of small, pleasantly scented flowers. As an ornamental plant, it can be cultivated in the garden, in pots or directly in the ground.
The plant has a ramified structure and can reac [...]
White Mustard is an annual plant widely used in cooking. It is mostly used for its leaves and seeds. Leaves are added to salads, soups and vegetable dishes. Seeds are used in pickles and marinades, and to prepare the well-known mustard sauce.
White [...]
Origanum vulgare
Common Oregano is well-known for its use as a cooking seasoning in pasta dishes, pizzas and sauces. It is a perennial plant. It grows as a bush and can reach up to 1m.
Common Oregano is sown directly and requires soils rich in orga [...]
Calendula officinalis
Pot Marigold is a flowering plant with an annual cycle, rustic and easy to care for. Planted in groups in the garden it provides a nice colourful effect, very suitable for composing flower borders. It can also be grown in pots [...]
Cuminum cyminum
Cumin is an herbaceous plant easy to cultivate, not demanding in terms of growing conditions, it only requires full sun exposure and spaced and moderate watering.
Cumin's aromatic seeds are widely used as a seasoning in the kitchen. [...]