Caraway. Aromatic biennial with ribbed stems and feathery, bright green leaves. Umbels of small white flowers followed by ribbed fruit containing the liquorice-flavoured seeds. Max Height 60cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers July to August. Fruits July to August. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Carum carvi
Aromatic biennial with ribbed stems and feathery, bright green leaves. Umbels of small white flowers followed by ribbed fruit containing the liquorice-flavoured seeds.
Additional information
| Generic | Carum |
|---|---|
| Species | carvi |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Caraway |
| Flower Colour | white |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Biennial |
| Height | 60cm |
| Family | Apiaceae/Umbelliferae |
| Spread | 30cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | July, August |
| Colour Fruit | brown |
| Fruits When | July, August |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Herb garden, Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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