Coriander Cilantro, Dhania, Coriander, Cilantro

Coriandrum sativum

Coriander belongs to the Coriandrum genus. Coriander is also known as Cilantro, Dhania, Coriander, Cilantro

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Parsley-like leaves, with small white blooms, this plant is becoming increasingly popular in herb gardens across the world.

Many people ask – is it cilantro or coriander? Cilantro is the plant itself, while coriander are what the seeds are called.

The “seed” of cilantro is actually the whole fruit with two embryos inside. This means that if you plant 10 “seeds” and get 100% germination you will have 20 cilantro plants.

Coriander belongs to the Coriandrum genus.

How to grow and keep Coriander happy

Grows best in well cultivated soil in a sunny position. Cilantro is a short lived plant and is very prone to bolting – so having seeds started at different times to ensure a crop all summer long is best. When flower heads appear cut them off to extend the life of the plant.

Cilantro grows best under cool conditions while hot weather encourages it to flower. Cilantro will withstand temperatures as low as 10 F°, which makes it an excellent fall crop.

Cilantro is ready to be harvested as soon as the plant is 4 – 6 inches tall, which can take 40 to 60 days after planting. It can take up to 120 days to produce mature seed (coriander).
If the older, outside leaves are harvested, the plant will continue to produce new foliage until it goes to seed.
Cilantro can also be harvested by pulling out the whole plant.
Some ethnic groups prefer to buy the plant with the roots intact.
Some Asian groups will use the roots in their cuisine.

It has been said that cilantro, once harvested, stays fresher longer with the roots left intact.

USDA Zone Range Which zones does Coriander grow best in? 3 - 11 pH Range The level of acidity for Coriander. 4.9 - 8.2
Water Requirements How much water does Coriander require? Medium Nitrogen Requirements How much nitrogen fertilizer does Coriander need? Low
Soil The type of soil that Coriander needs. Loam Sun How much sunlight does Coriander need to grow? Partial Sun
Min. Air Temperature The lowest air temp to grow Coriander in. ? Max. Air Temperature The highest air temp to grow Coriander in. ?

How to sow and germinate Coriander

This plant is best left not transplanted, so sow directly into soil outdoors after the last frost, or start indoors in peat pellets that can be directly planted without disturbing the roots.

How to transplant Coriander

Best not to transplant – but if you do, make sure that you don’t damage the roots when moving.

How to harvest Coriander

Companion plants for Coriander

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Repellent plants for Coriander

These plants will not grow well with Coriander so avoid planting these within close proximity:

Common Coriander pests

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Common Coriander diseases & problems

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How long does Coriander take to grow?

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