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Cilantro

Coriandrum Sativum

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Overview

Cilantro (Coriandrum sativum), an annual herb, is esteemed for its pungent, citrus-like leaves, often spanning 6-12 inches in width and height. It prefers full sun to partial shade, thriving in well-drained soil. With delicate, lacy foliage and tiny white to pale pink flowers, it's a favorite in culinary gardens. Space plants approximately 3-4 inches apart. Bolt-resistant varieties extend the harvest season in warmer climates. USDA zones 2-11.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 2–11Climate Mediterranean
Cilantro (Coriandrum Sativum) — is esteemed for its pungent
Cilantro (Coriandrum Sativum) — commonly known as cilantro or corianderCilantro (Coriandrum Sativum) — Bolt-resistant varieties extend the harvest season in warmer climatesCilantro (Coriandrum Sativum) — Space plants approximately 3-4 inches apartCilantro (Coriandrum Sativum) — With delicate, lacy foliage and tiny white to pale pink flowers, it's a favorite in culinary gardensCilantro (Coriandrum Sativum) — It prefers full sun to partial shade, thriving in well-drained soilCilantro (Coriandrum Sativum) — is esteemed for its pungent+78

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
2–11

Shape & size

Mature height
1.5–2 Ft.
Mature width
1–1.5 Ft.

Classification

Family
Apiaceae (Umbelliferae)
Climate
Mediterranean

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Cilantro (Coriandrum Sativum) — often spanning 6-12 inches in width and height
Cilantro (Coriandrum Sativum) — commonly known as cilantro or coriander
Cilantro (Coriandrum Sativum) — Bolt-resistant varieties extend the harvest season in warmer climates
Cilantro (Coriandrum Sativum) — Space plants approximately 3-4 inches apart
Cilantro (Coriandrum Sativum) — With delicate, lacy foliage and tiny white to pale pink flowers, it's a favorite in culinary gardens
Cilantro (Coriandrum Sativum) — It prefers full sun to partial shade, thriving in well-drained soil
Cilantro (Coriandrum Sativum) — is esteemed for its pungent
Cilantro (Coriandrum Sativum) — celebrated for its flavorful leaves and seeds which provide a culinary zest to various dishes
Cilantro (Coriandrum Sativum) — is a versatile annual herb in the Apiaceae family
Cilantro (Coriandrum Sativum) — pinnate leaves that are bright green in color
Cilantro (Coriandrum Sativum) — vibrant texture to the landscape
Cilantro (Coriandrum Sativum) — with a spread of approximately 6 to 9 inches
Cilantro (Coriandrum Sativum) — This herbaceous plant typically reaches a modest height of 1.5 to 2 feet
Cilantro (Coriandrum Sativum) — cilantro requires a sunny location with well-draining soil
Cilantro (Coriandrum Sativum) — white to pale pink flowers in umbels
Cilantro (Coriandrum Sativum) — which can be an alluring sight for pollinators like bees and butterflies
Cilantro (Coriandrum Sativum) — it will set coriander seeds
Cilantro (Coriandrum Sativum) — though it can tolerate light shade
Cilantro (Coriandrum Sativum) — which can be harvested and used as a spice.<br><br>For optimal growth
Cilantro (Coriandrum Sativum) — annual / herb with white blooms
Cilantro (Coriandrum Sativum) — It thrives in temperatures ranging between 50&deg;F to 85&deg;F
Cilantro (Coriandrum Sativum) — making it a favorable selection for most temperate regions
Cilantro (Coriandrum Sativum) — Regular watering to maintain evenly moist soil will ensure healthy foliage
Cilantro (Coriandrum Sativum) — white flowers in the garden

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