Cilantro Herb Seeds For Planting (Coriandrum sativum)
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basic information
Cilantro (Coriandrum sativum), also known as coriander or Chinese parsley, is an herb with bright green, feathery leaves and a distinctive, fresh flavor. In the kitchen, its leaves are used to add a citrusy, slightly peppery taste to dishes like salsas, guacamole, curries, and soups. Cilantro is a staple in Mexican, Indian, Thai, and Middle Eastern cuisines, often sprinkled fresh as a garnish or blended into sauces and chutneys. Its seeds, known as coriander, are ground or whole for spice blends, marinades, and baked goods.
Seed Count
250 SEEDS
Open Pollinated
YES
Pollinator Friendly
NO
Heirloom
YES
Untreated
YES
Non-GMO
YES
How To Grow
GROWER TIP: Sow indoors in CowPots, 4 to 6 weeks prior to the last frost. Direct sow or transplant when temperatures are above 65F. Cooler temperatures prior to summer are preferred, although this variety is slower to bolt than other cilantro varieties.
SEED PREP
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SOWING DEPTH
1/4" Under
LIGHT PREFERENCE
Full Sun
SOIL CONDITIONS
Well drained
MOISTURE NEEDS
Keep Moist
GERMINATION
7-14 Days
PLANT HEIGHT
Up to 24" Tall
PLANT WIDTH
12" Wide
PLANT SPACING
12" Apart
REPELS INSECTS
No
HERB USES
Culinary
SEASON
Annual
SCIENTIFIC NAME
Coriandrum sativum
DIFFICULTY LEVEL
Easy to germinate.
PLANT SETTING
Indoors/Outdoors
