{"id":1048,"date":"2023-05-14T03:22:28","date_gmt":"2023-05-14T10:22:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/?p=1048"},"modified":"2023-06-27T12:13:47","modified_gmt":"2023-06-27T19:13:47","slug":"how-to-grow-caraway","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-caraway\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Grow Caraway &#8211; A Beginner&#8217;s Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/www.gardeningeats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/How-to-Grow-Caraway.png\" alt=\"caraway plant growing in garden\" title=\"\"><br \/>\nCaraway, which are known botanically as Carum carvi, are a type of herb that can easily be grown at home. Continue reading to learn the basics of growing caraway as well as common mistakes to avoid along the way.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-caraway\/#Best_Time_to_Plant_Caraway\" title=\"Best Time to Plant Caraway\">Best Time to Plant Caraway<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-caraway\/#How_to_Plant_Caraway_the_Right_Way\" title=\"How to Plant Caraway the Right Way\">How to Plant Caraway the Right Way<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-caraway\/#How_Much_Sunlight_is_Needed_to_Grow_Caraway\" title=\"How Much Sunlight is Needed to Grow Caraway\">How Much Sunlight is Needed to Grow Caraway<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-caraway\/#How_Much_to_Water_Caraway\" title=\"How Much to Water Caraway\">How Much to Water Caraway<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-caraway\/#How_Long_Does_it_Take_Caraway_to_Germinate_and_Grow\" title=\"How Long Does it Take Caraway to Germinate and Grow?\">How Long Does it Take Caraway to Germinate and Grow?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-caraway\/#When_to_Harvest_Caraway\" title=\"When to Harvest Caraway\">When to Harvest Caraway<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-caraway\/#What_Can_Caraway_Be_Used_For\" title=\"What Can Caraway Be Used For?\">What Can Caraway Be Used For?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-caraway\/#Can_Caraway_Grow_in_Pots_and_Containers\" title=\"Can Caraway Grow in Pots and Containers?\">Can Caraway Grow in Pots and Containers?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-caraway\/#Are_Caraway_Safe_for_Bees\" title=\"Are Caraway Safe for Bees?\">Are Caraway Safe for Bees?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Time_to_Plant_Caraway\"><\/span>Best Time to Plant Caraway<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This will depend largely on your local climate, but as a rule of thumb, begin to plant the caraway seeds directly outdoors in early spring or late fall. This is the best time to ensure that the seedlings survive the weather.<\/p>\n<p>To check when caraway are most likely to thrive in your area, see the <a href=\"https:\/\/planthardiness.ars.usda.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map<\/a>. If you live outside the US, do a quick search for &#8216;plant hardiness zone + [city]&#8217;.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Plant_Caraway_the_Right_Way\"><\/span>How to Plant Caraway the Right Way<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>There are a number of things to consider that will help you avoid some of the common mistakes of growing caraway in your home garden. <\/p>\n<p>Often overlooked, your soil can have a huge impact on how well your caraway grow. Generally, your soil should be well-drained and fertile. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.esf.edu\/pubprog\/brochure\/soilph\/soilph.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Soil PH levels<\/a> should be around 6.0 to 7.0.<\/p>\n<p>plant rhizome pieces 2-4&#8243; deep and 8-12&#8243; apart. 1\/4&#8243; deep, 2&#8243; apart in rows 12&#8243; apart. The seeds should be sowed at a depth of about 6-12&#8243;. For each plant, be sure to sow at least a few seeds to ensure that at least one of them will germinate.<\/p>\n<p>Begin thinning your caraway seedlings 6-8&#8243; apart when seedlings are 1-2&#8243; tall.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Much_Sunlight_is_Needed_to_Grow_Caraway\"><\/span>How Much Sunlight is Needed to Grow Caraway<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The amount of sunlight is another key to a successful harvest. Too much sunlight will dry out your caraway. Not enough sunlight will stunt your its growth or even kill it.<\/p>\n<p>Ideally, your caraway should be getting full sun<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Much_to_Water_Caraway\"><\/span>How Much to Water Caraway<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>As you&#8217;ve figured by now, a lot can have an impact on how well your caraway do, and the amount of water is no different.<\/p>\n<p>Ideally, the soil should be damp to touch; not soggy or bone dry. If the leaves on your caraway begin to change colors or start to look droopy, you need to adjust how much water you&#8217;re giving it.<\/p>\n<p>Unfortunately, if you give it too much or too little water, you can kill it, so it&#8217;s best to just keep an eye on it and water as needed.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Long_Does_it_Take_Caraway_to_Germinate_and_Grow\"><\/span>How Long Does it Take Caraway to Germinate and Grow?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Now the fun part begins and you get to watch your caraway grow.<\/p>\n<p>It takes approximately 14-21 days to germinate, and a total of 70-90 days (seeds) from seed to harvest.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_Harvest_Caraway\"><\/span>When to Harvest Caraway<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The best time to harvest your caraway is when seeds have ripened, usually in late summer or early fall.<\/p>\n<p>Caraway can grow up to about 18-30&#8243; tall.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Can_Caraway_Be_Used_For\"><\/span>What Can Caraway Be Used For?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Food Use:<\/strong> great for flavoring bread, soups, and pickling.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Flavor Profile:<\/strong> warm, sweet, and slightly bitter.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_Caraway_Grow_in_Pots_and_Containers\"><\/span>Can Caraway Grow in Pots and Containers?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, you can plant multiple plants in a 12&#8243; container. This can help control weeds and keep your plant from growing out of control.<\/p>\n<p>It also gives you the flexibility to move your caraway around if you need to adjust sunlight or bring it indoors to avoid harsh weather conditions.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Caraway_Safe_for_Bees\"><\/span>Are Caraway Safe for Bees?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, caraway are safe for bees. <\/p>\n<p>According to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenpeace.org\/usa\/sustainable-agriculture\/save-the-bees\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">GreenPeace.org<\/a>, bees pollinate human food crops that make up about 90% of the world&#8217;s nutrition.<\/p>\n<p>Given their importance in our ecosystem and food supply, I feel it is important to note that growing caraway is bee-friendly.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Caraway, which are known botanically as Carum carvi, are a type of herb that can easily be grown at home. Continue reading to learn the basics of growing caraway as well as common mistakes to avoid along the way. Best Time to Plant Caraway This will depend largely on your local climate, but as a rule of thumb, begin to plant the caraway seeds directly outdoors in early spring or late fall. This is the best time to ensure that the seedlings survive the weather. To check when caraway are most likely to thrive in your area, see the USDA <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":943,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[18,233,232],"tags":[217,22],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1048"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1048"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1048\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1182,"href":"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1048\/revisions\/1182"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/943"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1048"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1048"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1048"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}