Cumin
Item Details
Native to Egypt. Low-growing plant seldom exceeding 6" in height. Seeds are used as a flavoring in soups, stews, curry powder, and pastries and are still being used in the manufacture of some liqueurs.
- Conventional
- Annual plant
- Self-seeding
- Plants grow to 6 inches tall
- Dark green-gray stems
This variety works for:
- Dried seeds
The dried and ground seeds of cumin plants are used in chili powders, curry powders, and garam masal. It is a particularly common spice in South Asian, Latin American, and North African cuisines.
The rich, warm flavor of cumin makes it a great addition to soups, stews, and spiced gravies. Try adding it to your favorite chili recipe or a lamb stew with lentils and carrots.
Growing Instructions
Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep. Transplant outdoors 2-3 weeks after last frost. Seeds can also be direct seeded 2-3 weeks after last frost when soil is warm. Cumin prefers well- drained fertile soil and hot conditions.
- Start Indoors: 6-8 weeks before last frost
- Germination: 10-14 Days
- Plant Outdoors: 4-8” Apart
- Light: Full Sun
Ratings & Reviews
5 reviews
Poor germination
by CD
Had one seed germinate out of the entire pack and that seedling didn’t even make it. I have been starting seeds for years and never had such poor germination.
Dead seed
by David
I had a worse outcome with no seeds germinating.
Disappointed
by Muriel
Sorry to say that none of my seeds germinated either.
So disappointed - I have tried two seasons now.
No Germination
by Pamela
New to growing Cumin. Not new to starting seedlings. None of these seeds germinated. Terribly dissapointed.
Died after transplanting
by Melanie
Followed directions on these to start indoors, planting two seedlings, both of which sprouted, though one looked a little punier than the other. Transplanted as directed and kept them watered, etc., for the first few days. After transplanting, the puny one immediately died. The other struggled along for a week, and then it also disappeared. What a bummer!