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Cilantro
Coriandrum sativum
Also known as: Chinese parsley, coriander
Cool-season herb used for leaves (cilantro) and dried seeds (coriander). Bolts quickly in heat—succession sow for steady supply.
Growing Requirements
SunPart Sun
WaterMedium
Soil Type
Soil Drainage
Soil pH
Plant Spacing6–8″
Row Spacing12–18″
Planting Depth0.25–0.5″
Height12–24″
Spread6–8″
✓ Container Friendly✓ Raised Bed Friendly
Planting Schedule
Direct Sow (Spring)
2–3 weeks before last frost
Fall Sow
6–8 weeks before first frost
Germination
7–14 days
Days to Harvest
30–45 days
Zone Suitability
USDA Hardiness Zones
1
2
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Zones 3–11
Cannot overwinter outdoors
Bolts rapidly above 75°F. Succession sow every 2-3 weeks for continuous harvest.
Companion Plants
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