10-14 days






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Caraway Seed Starter Grow Kit
BOTANICAL NAMECarum carvi
USD 10.99
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Caraway grows feathery foliage and aromatic seeds that flavor rye bread, sauerkraut, and hearty cheeses.
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Full Sun (6-8 hours daily)
65-75F
Check the directions supplied with your seed variety.
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Caraway care, from seed onward.
- Botanical name
- Carum carvi
- Common names
- Meridian Fennel
- Family
- Apiaceae
- Genus
- Carum
- Species
- C. carvi
Start growing
Sow in autumn or spring. Does not transplant well due to taproot.
Growing with your kit
The Seeds In A Cup® kit is ideal for starting the biennial cycle before moving to a permanent outdoor spot.
Propagation
By seed.
Seasonal growth & harvest
Produces leaves in year one; flowers and seeds in year two.
Growing conditions
Sunny, well-drained meadows and waste ground.
Weather & tolerances
Cold hardy; drought tolerant once established.
Pests & plant health
Carrot rust fly.
Plant safety
Safe for consumption.
Botanical features
A biennial herb. Features feathery leaves and umbels of white/pink flowers. Seeds are curved and aromatic.
Varieties
Standard garden variety.
Garden & everyday uses
Seeds used in rye bread, sauerkraut, and liqueurs (Kummel)
Native range & distribution
Native to Western Asia, Europe, and North Africa.
Conservation
Secure.
Name origins
Derived from the Arabic ‘karawya’.
History
Considered the oldest cultivated spice in Europe, found in Stone Age debris.
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Catalog variants
- SIAC-001-1ASW — USD 10.99 · Out of stock
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How do I grow Caraway from seed?
Moisten the included soil, sow your Caraway seeds at the depth on the instruction card, keep the planter warm and bright under the humidity lid, and mist until they sprout. Full steps are in your kit.
How long do Caraway seeds take to germinate?
Caraway seeds typically sprout in 10-14 days at 65-75F when kept warm and evenly moist. Your guide lists the ideal conditions.
Growing details are supplied in the Seeds In A Cup product catalog. Follow the instructions included with your specific kit.
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