Cilantro (Coriandrum sativum) is an indispensable culinary herb with a bright, citrusy flavor that's essential for authentic Mexican, Asian, and Latin American cooking. This fast-growing annual features flat, serrated leaves with a distinctive fresh taste that adds vibrant flavor to salsas, guacamole, curries, pho, and countless other dishes. Easy to grow and quick to harvest, Cilantro is a must-have herb for any kitchen garden, providing fresh leaves (cilantro) and aromatic seeds (coriander) from a single plant.
Key Features
Bright, citrusy flavor – Distinctive fresh taste essential for Mexican, Asian, and Latin American cuisine
Dual-purpose herb – Harvest fresh leaves (cilantro) and aromatic seeds (coriander) from the same plant
Fast-growing annual – Quick to mature, ready to harvest in just a few weeks
Versatile culinary uses – Perfect for salsas, guacamole, curries, pho, tacos, and fresh garnishes
Easy to grow – Thrives in cool weather with minimal care
Succession planting recommended – Plant every 2-3 weeks for continuous harvest
Culinary & Growing Tips
Cilantro is essential for fresh salsa, guacamole, tacos, Vietnamese pho, Thai curries, and Indian chutneys. Use fresh leaves generously as a finishing herb—the flavor is best when added at the end of cooking or used raw. Harvest outer leaves regularly to encourage new growth. When plants bolt and flower, collect the seeds (coriander) for baking and spice blends. Plant in full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil. Cilantro prefers cool weather and bolts quickly in heat, so succession plant every 2-3 weeks in spring and fall for continuous harvest.
Mature Size: 12-18" H × 8-12" W Hardiness: Annual (all zones) Light: Full sun to partial shade Water: Moderate (keep soil evenly moist)
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