Green cardamom from seed
A leafy perennial of the ginger family from the shaded forests of the Western Ghats. In Europe it is grown indoors or in a conservatory, first as a fragrant foliage plant, with pods only after years of steady warmth.
Germination
30 to 90 days
Light
50-60% shade
Soil
Acidic, pH 5.0-6.5
Height
About 120 cm in year 3
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How to sow
- Sow shallowly in a moist, humus-rich mix and add a thin cover of sand.
- Keep the pot warm, shaded and evenly damp, never waterlogged.
- Wait: shoots start after about a month and keep coming for up to three months.
- Prick seedlings out at three to four leaves. Avoid full sun, wind and standing water.
What to expect
Questions
How long do cardamom seeds take to germinate?
Usually from about 30 days, with stragglers up to 90 days in a warm, shaded, moist pot.
Can I grow cardamom indoors?
Yes. It likes bright shade, humidity and acidic soil, and is kept as a large foliage plant in most of Europe.
Does cardamom like full sun?
No. It grows naturally under forest cover and prefers about 50-60% shade.