caraway seed plant images Caraway HerbDescription Caraway Herb Seeds (Carum carvi) 100+ Non GMO Heirloom Seeds for Planting, Aromatic Seeds & Tender Greens for Baking and Cooking, by Islas Garden Seeds, Gift Idea for Gardeners Caraway (Carum carvi) is a classic culinary herb prized for its warm, anise citrus aroma and versatile use in breads, sauerkraut, roasted vegetables, and spice blends. Beyond the flavorful seeds, its delicate, feathery greens are also edibleadding a mild, carrot

Description

Caraway Herb Seeds (Carum carvi) – 100+ Non-GMO Heirloom Seeds for Planting, Aromatic Seeds & Tender Greens for Baking and Cooking, by Isla’s Garden Seeds, Gift Idea for Gardeners

Caraway (Carum carvi) is a classic culinary herb prized for its warm, anise-citrus aroma and versatile use in breads, sauerkraut, roasted vegetables, and spice blends. Beyond the flavorful seeds, its delicate, feathery greens are also edible—adding a mild, carrot-parsley note to salads and soups.

A cool-season biennial typically harvested for seed in its second year, Caraway forms a tidy rosette the first season, then sends up airy umbels of white blooms that draw pollinators. Plants reach 18–24 inches tall and perform beautifully in well-draining soil with full sun.

Harvest leaves young for fresh use, then collect mature seed heads when they turn tan-brown and aromatic. Dry thoroughly before threshing and storing to preserve peak flavor and fragrance for your pantry.

Fragrant, attractive, and easy to grow, Caraway delivers both fresh greens and richly flavored seed—an essential addition for bakers and herb lovers alike.

Type: Biennial (grown for seed in year 2)
Sun: Full
Planting Depth: 1/4”
Spacing: 8–12”
Water: Moderate, even moisture
Days to Maturity/Bloom: Greens 40–60 days; seed in year 2
Height: 18–24”
Zones: 3–10

🌱Planting Instructions

Approx seeds per order 100

Direct sow in early spring as soon as soil can be worked, or late summer for fall greens. Caraway dislikes transplanting; choose a sunny, well-drained site and prepare a fine seedbed. Lightly enrich soil with compost for steady growth.

Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep, spacing 8–12 inches apart in rows 12–18 inches. Keep soil evenly moist until germination (7–21 days). Thin if crowded—good airflow reduces foliar disease and supports strong plants.

Harvest leaves young through the first season. In year two, allow flower heads to dry on the plant until tan, then cut and finish drying in a warm, airy place before threshing. Store seeds airtight in a cool, dark cabinet for best flavor.

Type: Biennial (grown for seed in year 2)
Sun: Full
Planting Depth: 1/4”
Spacing: 8–12”
Water: Moderate, even moisture
Days to Maturity/Bloom: Greens 40–60 days; seed in year 2
Height: 18–24”
Zones: 3–10

USDA Zone Map

Caraway (Carum carvi) grows best in USDA Zones 3–10, thriving in full sun with well-draining soil and moderate water.

Type: Biennial (grown for seed in year 2)
Sun: Full
Planting Depth: 1/4”
Spacing: 8–12”
Water: Moderate, even moisture
Days to Maturity/Bloom: Greens 40–60 days; seed in year 2
Height: 18–24”
Zones: 3–10