Caraway Seeds (Carum carvi) – 100 Seeds for Planting Aromatic Culinary Herb

Caraway (Carum carvi) is a biennial herb grown for its finely divided, fern-like foliage and its aromatic seeds, which are widely used in cooking and baking. The plant produces delicate white flower clusters in its second year, followed by the familiar crescent-shaped seeds. Caraway is a valuable addition to herb gardens, kitchen gardens, and pollinator-friendly landscapes, attracting beneficial insects when in bloom.

This listing offers 100 seeds of Caraway, ready for planting. Whether you are an experienced gardener or just starting, these seeds allow you to grow your own supply of this versatile culinary herb.

Plant Features

• Aromatic biennial herb with feathery, carrot-like leaves
• Produces umbels of small white flowers in the second year
• Seeds are commonly used to flavor breads, cheeses, and liqueurs
• Attracts pollinators and beneficial insects
• Adaptable to a range of garden settings

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Carum carvi
• Plant Type: Biennial herb
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained, loamy soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
• Growth Habit: Upright, clump-forming
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-9
• Bloom Season: Late spring to early summer (second year)
• Mature Height: 18-30 inches
• Spacing: 12-18 inches apart

Planting & Care

Caraway seeds can be sown directly outdoors in early spring or fall. Prepare a well-drained seedbed in full sun to partial shade. Sow seeds about 1/4 inch deep and keep the soil consistently moist until germination. Thin seedlings to stand 12-18 inches apart to allow for healthy growth. Caraway is a biennial, so it will produce foliage the first year and flowers and seeds the second year. Water regularly during dry spells, and avoid waterlogged soil. Mulching can help retain moisture and suppress weeds.

For best results, plant caraway in a location where it can remain undisturbed, as it develops a taproot and does not transplant well. Harvest seeds when they turn brown and dry in late summer of the second year.

What's Included

100 Caraway (Carum carvi) seeds.