Cumin - seed

Cuminum cyminum - cumin

DESCRIPTION: Annual herb with fine feathery leaves, branching stems, white clusters of flowers - rather like a lacy rice flower - and edible seeds with a warming spice flavour.
PLANTING: Sow in late spring when temperatures reach 20C, through to early summer. Soaking in cold water before sowing may help germination. Cover with a thin layer of soil and keep moist until the tiny seedlings emerge. Needs continued hot sunny weather; too cold and leaves turn purple, too hot and seeds may ripen early.
CARE: Plant in fertile alkaline soil for best plant health. For best results water around the plants while seedlings are small, and apply liquid fertiliser

 Contains 100 seeds.