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Carum carvi

Carum carvi
Caraway, Ammi, Caroy, Meeting Seed

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Meadow cumin, young plant already planted in the ground. Doing well.

Nath44, 03/04/2025

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This plant carries a 12 months recovery warranty

More information

A condiment plant with highly dissected, feathery foliage, used mainly for its aniseed and lemon seeds.
Flower size
8 cm
Height at maturity
60 cm
Spread at maturity
30 cm
Exposure
Sun
Hardiness
Hardy down to -34°C
Soil moisture
Moist soil
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Recommended planting time March to May
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Description

Caraway or Wild Cumin is a melliferous plant, mainly cultivated for its slightly aniseed or lemony aromatic and medicinal seeds. Don't confuse it with common cumin!

Also known as Carum carvi, this hardy perennial with a short lifespan has an upright feathery, vibrant green foliage, highly divided, deciduous and 15cm (6in) long. From May to June, the 60cm (24in) tall flower spikes bear small white or pink flowers in 8cm (3in) umbels, which then produce aromatic seeds.

Carum Carvi thrives in all fresh, deep, well-drained soils in sunny locations. Add compost when planting. It does not like to be moved. It is only in the second year that it produces a flower spike. It can be grown in pots.

Caraway is renowned for its aromatic, digestive and antiseptic properties. The young foliage is edible and can be enjoyed in salads or soups. Harvest the seeds as soon as they start to turn brown and use them to flavour savoury or sweet dishes. Harvest roots and cook them in the same way as carrots.

Advice: Plant caraways near cabbage and peas to protect them, but not near fennel, wormwood or tomato plants.

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Carum carvi in pictures

Carum carvi (Flowering) Flowering
Carum carvi (Foliage) Foliage
Carum carvi (Harvest) Harvest

Flowering

Flower colour white
Flowering time May to July
Inflorescence Umbel
Flower size 8 cm

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour green

Plant habit

Height at maturity 60 cm
Spread at maturity 30 cm
Growth rate normal

Botanical data

Genus

Carum

Species

carvi

Family

Apiaceae

Other common names

Caraway, Ammi, Caroy, Meeting Seed

Origin

Central Europe

Product reference96241

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Planting and care

The Carum carvi is a very easy-to-grow and low-maintenance plant. Simply plant it in March in well-drained, fertile soil, spaced 20 cm (8in) apart, and then add compost in the spring. Wait 3 months to harvest the leaves and two years for the seeds. Water moderately. It is possible to sow the seeds in April-May or in September directly in the ground. Pot cultivation is also possible.
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Planting period

Recommended planting time March to May

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow
Type of use Edge of border
Hardiness Hardy down to -34°C (USDA zone 4) Show map
Planting density 5 per m2
Exposure Sun
Soil pH Neutral, Calcareous
Soil type Silty-loamy (rich and light)
Soil moisture Moist soil, drained

Care

Pruning No pruning necessary
Overwinter Can be left in the ground

Planting & care advice

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