Caraway (Carum carvi)
Care, watering, light and tips for Caraway on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Apiaceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 5 days
- Light: Partial shade
- Temperature: 10–30 °C
About Caraway
Carum carvi, commonly known as caraway, is a biennial herbaceous plant belonging to the Apiaceae family, valued for its aromatic seeds. It features upright stems with finely divided leaves and small white flowers arranged in umbels. It makes an excellent addition to herb gardens, vegetable patches, or even as an ornamental plant in border plantings.
Native range
Europe and Western Asia
Care tips
Caraway thrives in full sun exposure for optimal growth and seed production. It requires well-drained, slightly alkaline to neutral soil, and moderate watering, allowing the topsoil to dry out between waterings. Avoid waterlogging, as it is susceptible to root rot; a common mistake is overwatering, especially in heavy soils. It doesn't require much fertilizer, but a light application of compost at the beginning of the season can be beneficial.
How to save a dying Caraway
- Warning signs
- Yellowish or brown, soft, wilted leaves; weak, drooping stems; poor growth.
- First aid
- Check drainage and soil moisture. If waterlogged, gently remove and let roots dry before repotting.
- What kills it
- Overwatering is its main killer, rotting its roots. Also heavy soil and lack of sun.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if you act quickly and correct watering and substrate. Watch for new leaves.