Caraway

Caraway is a biennial plant in the family Apiaceae, native to western Asia, Europe and Northern Africa.

Location
Choose a site that receives full sun. Caraway can also be grown indoors in a sunny position.

Soil
Ensure the plant has a rich loam soil in which to grow.

Planting
Sow outside in late spring or early autumn, in shallow drills in the location where they are to remain.

Thinning
Thin seedlings to 20cm (8in) apart once large enough to handle.

Leaves
Gather leaves while young. Pick seed heads in late summer or when seeds are brown.

Roots
Dig up roots in their second autumn.

Preserving
Hang seed heads upside down over an open container.