Cilantro (Coriander) (500 seeds)

Cilantro (Coriander)

Coriandrum sativum

Cilantro is a versatile annual herb producing soft, bright green leaves with a bold, citrusy-parsley flavour that is essential in salsas, curries, salads, and the cuisines of Southeast Asia and Latin America. This slow-bolting variety extends the fresh leaf harvest window longer than standard types, making it a practical and rewarding choice for the home herb garden or kitchen container. The dried seeds are also used whole or ground as the spice coriander, making it a genuinely dual-purpose crop.

Performing best in cooler weather, Cilantro prefers full sun to light shade and rich, moist soil. Successive sowings every 2–3 weeks ensure a continuous supply of fresh leaves through the season. Pick leaves young for the best flavour and harvest before the plant bolts to flower.

Planting Season: Year round in many areas
Sow: Direct, 6 mm deep
Spacing: Thin to 10–15 cm apart
Height: 30–50 cm
Germination: 7–10 days
Harvest: 45–50 days for leaves; 90+ days for seed
Flavour: Bold, citrusy, and fresh; distinctive parsley-citrus character

500 seeds