1 Solar-powered home water heaters cost $1,000-$3,500 (including installation) but have extremely low monthly operating costs and can be used in any climate, according to the US Department of Energy.2  The cost for a solar heating system can vary widely. Prices vary based on building and system configuration, the type of equipment selected and other factors. 2  Generally it costs less to install a system in a new home rather than remodeling an existing one, although it can be practical to install a solar system while replacing the roof.
Spices and herbs at a grocery shop in Goa, India. A spice is a seed, fruit, root, bark, or other plant substance primarily used for flavoring, coloring or preserving food. Spices are distinguished from herbs, which are the leaves, flowers, or stems from plants used for flavoring or as a garnish.
Ginger and garlic are both considered spices as well. Certain herbs and spices come from different parts of the same plant, such as dill seed and dill weed. Two other herbs, cilantro and coriander, both come from the same plant, but at two different stages in its growth cycle.Many herbs and spices come from different varieties of the same plant, such as the mind-boggling array of types of basil, including Thai basil, Lemon basil, Cinnamon basil and Royal basil.What's more, basil is just one kind of mint, of which there's an even greater variety.ther seasoning blends will be designed to complement specific types of food, such as a fish or poultry seasoning blend, steak seasoning or a grilling blend. Seasoning blends may be dry or wet. Dry blends contain only herbs and spices mixed together.