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Cumin (Heirloom)

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Lake Valley Heirloom Cumin Seeds

Heirloom cumin, with its feathery green foliage and delicate white flowers, adds a touch of history and vibrant flavor to your garden. This annual herb, native to the Mediterranean, has been cultivated for centuries, prized for its warm, earthy aroma and distinct citrusy notes. Spicy flavored seeds are a favorite in Mexican and Indian foods.

Sowing Information:

  • Light: Full sun
  • When to Start Inside: RECOMMENDED. 4 to 6 weeks before transplanting outside. Transplant when your nighttime temperatures are above 50°F. Cumin has a long growing period.
  • When to Sow Outside: Sow outside 2-4 weeks after last spring frost when soil has completely warmed. 
  • Seed Depth: Plant seeds ¼ inch deep
  • Seed Spacing: A group of 2 seeds every 12 inches
  • Row Spacing: 12 inches
  • Thinning: When 2" tall, thin to 1 every 12 inches
  • Days to Germinate: 7-14 days
  • Days to Maturity: 120 days

Growing Notes:

  • Harvesting: Cut seed heads when seeds turn from green to light brown. Place in an open sack to dry. Gently rub off the seeds when completely dry. No special care is required after plants mature.
  • Hardiness: Annual
  • Attributes: Attracts pollinators



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