An essential herb for just about every good ethnic dish you've probably ever had, cilantro (also known as coriander) is a fast-growing annual herb with a bright, green flavor that's phenomenal fresh and cooked. It doesn't transplant well though, so sow its seeds where the plant will live.
Growing Cilantro (Coriander)
Sowing Guide |
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| When to sow indoors | Only sow indoors if growing indoors; does not transplant well |
| When to sow outdoors |
Cool areas: anytime after last frost until fall Warm areas: fall Sow every few weeks for continuous harvest |
| Seed depth | 1/4" – 1/2" |
| Germination soil temperature | 55° – 65°F |
| Germination length | 7-12 days |
| When to transplant | Not recommended |
| Varieties |
Santo (standard variety) Confetti (frilly leaves) Calypso (slow to bolt) |
Growing Guide |
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| pH range | 6.0 – 7.0 |
| Soil temperature | 50° – 75°F |
| Spacing | 6" – 8" |
| Watering | Moderate and even |
| Light |
For seeds: full sun For leaves: partial to light shade |
| Nutrient requirements |
N = low P = low K = low |
| Fertilizer schedule | Usually not necessary |
| When to harvest |
For leaves: whenever leaves are large enough to use For seeds: After plant goes to seed |
