Stories of Caraway link it to ancient Egypt, Medieval times, and countless other eras, firming up the thought that it's one of the oldest of all herbs. It's a beloved staple in the cuisines of many countries worldwide, including Africa, Germany, Scandinavia, most of Europe, and, of course, the U.S. It's a biennial that will produce plants about 8 inches in height the first year, lush with green leaves growing from edible, parsnip-like tap roots. The leaves are usable too, adding a delightful flavor similar to dill to salads, soups, stews, and other dishes. The second year, you can expect taller plants about 2 feet high topped with gorgeous pink and white flowers that will produce the caraway seeds you've been waiting for. They will be ready to collect in about a month's time, just before the plant dies, and can be stored in an airtight container for use whenever you like. Grayish brown Caraway seeds are commonly used in baked goods like rye bread, but are excellent at adding their distinctive sweet flavor to just about anything you'd like to cook up.
More Information| SKU | DL013837 |
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| Item Package Size | Packet |
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| Seeds Per Packet | approx. 580 seeds per packet |
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| Botanical Name | Carum carvi |
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| How To Grow | Direct sow |
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| Light Requirements | Full Sun, Half Sun / Half Shade |
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| Planting Depth | 1/4 inch |
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| Seed Spacing | 12-18 inches |
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| Row Spacing | 18-24 inches |
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| Space After Thinning | 6-8 inches |
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| Days To Germinate | 7-14 days |
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| Days To Maturity | 65-75 |
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| Growth Rate | Medium |
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| Seed Life Cycle | Biennial |
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| Certifications | Heirloom |
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| Advantages | Good For Containers, Edible |
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| Additional Information | Introduced in 1941 |
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| Item Unit Of Measure | Packet |
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| Ships As | Seed |
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| Ships To Canada | Yes |
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