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Caraway (Heirloom)

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Item # 051178004000

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Lake Valley Heirloom Caraway Seeds

A hardy biennial herb closely related to carrots. Attractive bright green lacy foliage the first season; *seed head with aromatic seeds in second season. A tasty addition to rye breads, soups, stews, pickles and liqueurs.

Sowing Information:

  • Light: Full sun to part shade
  • When to Start Inside: Recommended. Sow indoors 6 weeks before last frost then transplant outside.
  • When to Sow Outside: Plant in full sun in spring after soil has completely warmed. Keep soil evenly moist and well-weeded while plants are young
  • Seed Depth: 1/4 inch
  • Seed Spacing: A couple of seeds every inch
  • Thinning: Space plants 8 inches apart when transplanting
  • Days to Emerge: 14-21 days
  • Days to Mature: 70 days

Growing Notes:

  • Harvesting: Seed stalks emerge in the second year: Harvest seed heads when seeds turn from green to dark brown. Cut stem and place in an open sack to dry. Gently rub off seeds when completely dry.
  • Attributes: Biennial



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