65 days. Nigella sativa. Annual. Open Pollinated. Black Cumin Seeds. The plant produces good yields of black aromatic seeds. It is a popular herb variety prized as a spice in Middle Eastern, Indian, and North African cooking. They have been used for thousands of years in Middle Eastern, Indian, and North African cuisines and traditional medicine. Used for making Russian rye bread and rolls. Seeds can be ground and used like Black Pepper, too. The seeds have been used to make medicine for thousands of years. It helps boost the immune system, fight cancer, prevent pregnancy, reduce swelling, and lessen allergic reactions. Drought Tolerant. These quality herb seeds are great for planting outdoors in your herb garden. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 691854. A variety from western Asia and the Mediterranean region.
Black Cumin Seeds to Grow. Follow the planting instructions below and use Miracle-Gro Seed Starting Mix for successful germination results.
Seeds Per Pound: 144,000
Plant Height: 12" tall.
Sunlight: Partial Shade/Full Sun
Planting Instructions
Cold Stratification: Refrigerate for 2 to 3 days to improve germination.
Planting Seeds: Soak in water for a few hours. Plant seeds ¼" deep. Cover lightly and water gently.
Soil Facts: Requires a well-prepared soil. Prepare the bed by loosening the soil to a depth of 8–10 inches and mixing in compost or well-rotted manure.
Fertilizer: Use a general-purpose fertilizer when preparing the soil.
Germination: 14-21 days. Requires 16 weeks for full maturity.
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