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Black cumin seeds are traditionally used in baked goods in Oriental cuisine or in Indian lentil dishes. They have a spicy, slightly bitter, and nutty flavour. This plant prefers sandy loam soils without waterlogging in sunny locations. Drought-tolerant. Minimal weed suppression. Dry periods are beneficial for ripening and harvesting. Grows to a height of 60 cm.
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Botanical name: Nigella sativaVegetation period: annualUse of flowers and herbs: Balcony/pots, Cut flower, Good for insects and bees, Herbal tea plant
Distance between rows and plants (cm): 30 x 25 cmSowing depth: ca. 1 cmSowing date: direct sowing from end of April
A biodynamic herb and seed farm in Querciola, Bologna, Italy, located in the Apennines at an altitude of approximately 650 meters above sea level.
Rémi Colombet's Demeter family farm is located in the Drôme region in the Rhône Valley, Chaubeuil, France. The region is characterized by a mild, dry climate with strong winds brought by the "Mistral".
Organic100 % organic & GMO-free
Diverse100 % open-pollinated seeds
ReliableHigh quality & customer satisfaction
Free shippingSeeds from €45 within Germany Organic100 % GMO-free
FairCollaborative network with breeding and propagation DynamicDiversity of 100 % open-pollinated varieties