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Coriander (Cilantro)
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Coriander (Cilantro)

Coriandrum sativum

Everything you need to grow Coriander (Cilantro) successfully — from sowing to harvest.

🌱 Found in 8 combos

Care at a glance

The essentials for healthy growth.

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Sunlight

Full sun to partial shade

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Watering

Moderate watering; don't let the soil dry out completely.

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Temperature

10°C – 25°C (50°F – 77°F)

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Germination

7–14 days

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Season

Cool season (Spring/Autumn)

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Harvest / Bloom

45–70 days for leaves, 100+ days for seed

Soil & sowing

Get the foundation right for strong roots.

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Soil type

Light, well-drained soil.

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Soil pH

6.2 – 6.7

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Sowing depth

½ inch

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Spacing

2–4 inches apart

🐛 Pests & problems

Pest management

Generally pest-free; watch for aphids.

Troubleshooting

Bolts (goes to seed) quickly in heat — sow in cooler weather and harvest early.

🧺 Harvest & friends

Harvest & storage

Cut leaves once the plant is ~6 inches tall. Dry seed in a cool place.

Companion plants

Dill, Mint, Anise

Related seeds

Other varieties that grow well alongside Coriander (Cilantro).

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Get Coriander (Cilantro) in these combos

This variety is included in the following seed combos.

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