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Cumin Seeds

Flavorful and fragrant herb used in bread and savory curry sauces

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Key Features

Heat Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Prefers Lean Soil
Container Friendly
Attracts Bees
Attracts Butterflies
Fast Growing
Easy to Grow
Perfect for Xeriscaping
Edible
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Cuminum cyminum

LIFE CYCLE

  • Annual

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

DAYS TO MATURITY

  • 120 days

GROWTH HABIT

  • Upright

Cumin is a pungent herb that is most commonly used to spice Asian, Indian, and Middle Eastern foods. Though the spice is widely available in the west, the seeds are not, and We're pleased to be one of the few North American purveyors of cumin seeds. Plant cumin seeds in a sunny spot with good drainage.

  • Highly aromatic
  • Commonly used in Asian, Indian and Middle Eastern cuisine
  • Prefers full sun exposure

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Spring

SOWING METHOD

  • Direct Sow
  • Start Indoors

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1/4 inch

WATER NEEDS

  • Low

PLANT SPACING

  • 8 to 10 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • N/A - Annual

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count Recommended Coverage
Packet 254 Up to 30 Sq. Ft
1 Ounce 8,974 Up to 150 Sq. Ft
1/4 Pound 35,896 Up to 600 Sq. Ft

Planting Guide

View our Cumin Planting Guide to learn more.

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We guarantee that our seeds & bulbs will be true to type and ready to thrive. If something doesn't grow as expected, we will make it right. Questions? Call us at 855-440-2929

Cumin Seeds

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Cumin Seeds FAQs

What type of seed is Cumin?

Cumin is classified as heirloom seed and open pollinated seed.

What is the flavor profile of Cumin?

Cumin has a flavor profile described as warm, earthy, nutty, peppery, and sweet.

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