- Which location does fenugreek prefer?
- What substrate does fenugreek need?
- How can you plant or sow fenugreek?
- Can you prefer fenugreek?
- Can fenugreek also be cultivated in a pot?
- How can fenugreek be propagated?
- When does fenugreek bloom?
- When can you harvest fenugreek?
Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum), a member of the legume family (Fabaceae), has been used as a spice and medicinal plant for thousands of years. The relatively large, yellowish seeds are used in particular. The annual plant, which grows up to 80 centimeters high, is quite easy to grow in our central European regions.
Fenugreek is sown in spring
Which location does fenugreek prefer?
Fenugreek is originally native to Persia, but has been cultivated in India, Egypt and the Arabian Peninsula for thousands of years. As a result, the plant is used to a warm, rather dry and, above all, sunny climate. Therefore, sow the fenugreek in a sunny and sheltered location.
What substrate does fenugreek need?
Fenugreek prefers a loamy but well-drained substrate. The plant should also be grown with as little nitrogen as possible, i. H. You should better avoid fertilizing with horn shavings, (32.93€) compost or stable manure.
How can you plant or sow fenugreek?
Sow fenugreek seeds directly outdoors between March and May. The soil is first dug up thoroughly and the earth raked into fine crumbs. Fenugreek belongs to the dark germs, so the seeds should be pressed about one centimeter deep into the ground. Keep the seeding area slightly moist, the fenugreek will germinate within about a week.
Can you prefer fenugreek?
Preferring the fenugreek is not necessary, and the plants should not be transplanted if possible.
Can fenugreek also be cultivated in a pot?
If the planter is deep enough, you can also grow fenugreek in the bucket. The plant develops deep-reaching taproots.
How can fenugreek be propagated?
Fenugreek is only propagated by seed.
When does fenugreek bloom?
Fenugreek blooms from April to July.
When can you harvest fenugreek?
The seeds are harvested as soon as the pods begin to open between August and September. In addition, the young seedlings (also known as “sprout”) are edible and can be harvested just a few days after sowing. The fresh leaves can be used until September.
tips
You can dry the freshly harvested leaves and also use them as a spice - for example when baking bread, for cheese dishes or oriental or Indian-style stews.