Discover expert advice from Mark at Self Sufficient Me on how to grow an abundant turmeric crop in your small garden or ...

Find out how to grow turmeric for both its flavorful rhizomes and its attractive leaves and flowers. frank600 / Getty Images The turmeric plant (Curcuma longa) is a perennial plant grown for its ...

Turmeric thrives in well-draining, rich soil. Mix equal parts of potting soil, compost, and sand to create a suitable blend.

Ginger and turmeric are two closely related spice plants that can be readily grown throughout most of Florida. They belong to the Zingiberaceae family of plants that also contain cardamom. Both plants ...

The International Herb Association has named turmeric the 2026 Herb of the Year. Turmeric is a tropical plant in the ginger family, and its underground stems are used as a spice. While a perennial in ...

Q. Last spring I planted a fresh turmeric root from an Indian market. Now it has clusters of foot-tall leaves. Will it overwinter outdoors in northwest Connecticut? Or should I store some and replant ...

June is a wonderful month - the garden and flowers are popping! Just look at those lovely purple flowers the snow peas are producing. I am already picking sugar snap peas, the Sugar Ann variety from ...

Find out how to grow turmeric for both its flavorful rhizomes and its attractive leaves and flowers. Turmeric is a tropical plant needs a lengthy and warm growing season in USDA Hardiness Zones 8 and ...

The turmeric plant (Curcuma longa) is a perennial plant grown for its flavorful, deep orange rhizomes. And when you know how to grow turmeric at home, you can enjoy both the flavorful rhizomes and ...