Knowing how to grow cardamom can be hugely satisfying, not only as a green fingered challenge and for the showy orchid-like blooms, but also to harvest and enjoy those flavor-packed seeds and savour them in warming drinks, sweets and savoury dishes.
Hailing from tropical rainforests, these plants can be hugely challenging to grow at home, not solely due to the constant warm temperatures and high humidity needed, but also because of the sheer amount of space they need. Plants have been known to reach 6ft (1.8m) tall. However, if you are lucky enough to live in USDA zones 10-12 you can grow these plants outside.
