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Features
Family
Apiaceae
Native
Mediterranean region
Life Cycle
Annual
Plant Height
Medium (12" - 24")
Further Information
Plant Characteristics
- Attracts Beneficial Insects
- Good for Containers
About Cilantro
Coriandrum sativum
Moroccan cilantro can be grown for foliage use, but is exceptional for coriander production because of its large, very flavorful seeds.
Planting Cilantro
Plant Spacing
A group of 3 seeds every 6"
Light Required
Full sun to part shade
Plant Height
Medium (12" - 24")
Planting Depth
1/2"
Coverage & Planting Details
| Coverage | This packet sows up to 45 feet. |
|---|---|
| Row Spacing | 8" |
| Seed Depth | 1/2" |
| Seed Spacing | A group of 3 seeds every 6" |
| Thinning | Not required |
| Germination | 10–15 days |
| Start Indoors | Not recommended; transplant stress may cause bolting (premature flowering). |
| Direct Sow | RECOMMENDED. 1 to 2 weeks before your average last frost date, and when soil temperature is 55°–68°F. Successive Sowings: Every 3 weeks until 4 weeks before your average first fall frost date. In mid climates, best sown in fall for winter harvest. |
| Growing & Harvesting | Foliage flavor is best before the leaves turn feathery and plants begin to flower. Harvest green seed pods before they start to turn brown for fresh use. For dried seed to use as ground coriander, harvest after the pods have turned brown and when the outer coat cracks, but before they drop off the plant and scatter. Cut stem and place in a brown paper sack to collect the seeds. Rubbing the seeds will cause the outer shell to drop off. |
Find Your Frost Date & Grow Zone
Average First Frost Date
October 19
Average Last Frost Date
May 19
Your Hardiness Zone is
5b
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