Quantity: 1 g
 
Description: Also called Mathee and a staple in East Indian cuisine, fenugreek is a key component of curry powder, garam marsala, chutney & Indian 5 spice. Fenugreek seeds have a sweet, nutty flavour similar to maple sugar or caramelized sugar. The leaves are also edible and can be consumed raw or cooked.
 
Key Attributes: On hot days, enjoy the maple syrup aroma of fenugreek plants
 
How to Use?:
All curry & aloo dishes
Dry rub for meat
Use as any other herb
Fenugreek Tea Medicinal - Fenugreek appears to slow the absorption of sugars in the stomach and stimulate insulin thereby lowering blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Fenugreek might also improve levels of testosterone & estrogen, therefore helping to increase sex drive.
Fenugreek also: Reduces gastro-intestinal inflammation; Aids Digestion; Promotes Lactation
 
Life Cycle: Annual
 
Soil Type: Moderately fertile, well-draining soil with a pH level of 6.5 - 8.2 with consistently high moisture level
 
Growing Conditions: At least 4 - 5 hours of full sun with afternoon shade
 
Planting Depth: Plant at 1/4" deep
 
Days to Germination: Germinates in 1 - 3 days
 
Planting Distance: Direct sow seeds at 5" apart in rows 5" apart.
 
Days to Maturity: 25 days for leaves, 120 days for seeds
 
Height when Mature: Up to 24" tall
 
Harvest: Harvest leaves continuously once plant is established. For seeds allow seeds to dry in the sun and separate from husks.
 
Succession Planting: For a continuous supply, sow new seeds every 2 weeks.