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How to Grow Cilantro in a Pot or in Your Garden – Bonnie Plants

Try growing cilantro for fresh flavor in everything from salsa to marinade. Cilantro prefers cool weather, so plant in spring or fall.

Cilantro needs its own space in the garden where you can harvest it and then let it go to seed. It grows fast in the cool weather of spring and fall, creating a rosette of lacy leaves. When the weather gets warm, the plant sends up a long, lanky flower stalk bearing flower clusters with white or pinkish blossoms that later produce coriander seeds. Plant cilantro in a bed devoted to herbs where it can reseed, or in a corner of the vegetable garden. In mild climates, cilantro makes a handsome winter companion to pansies; their leaves will withstand a light frost.

Quick Guide to Growing Cilantro

Soil, Planting, and Care

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Grow cilantro in full sun, though it will also tolerate light shade in the South and Southwest where the sun is intense. In the South and Southwest, plant in the fall or early spring, about a month before the last frost. Fall is the ideal time to plant in zones 8, 9, and 10 because the plants will last through until the weather heats up in late spring. In the North, plant cilantro in late spring. When plants begin to bloom, the foliage will become scarce; for a steady harvest, set out plants every 3 to 4 weeks until the weather gets warm in spring, or until the first fall frost.

Plant cilantro in well-drained soil with a pH of 6.2 to 6.8. You can either conduct a soil test or simply improve your soil by mixing a few inches of aged compost-enriched Miracle-Gro® Performance Organics® All Purpose In-Ground Soil in with the top layer of your existing soil. If you plan to grow cilantro in a container, you'll have more success if you fill the pot with premium potting mix, such as Miracle-Gro® Performance Organics® All Purpose Container Mix which also contains lots of nutritious compost. Don't use in-ground or garden soil in pots, as it's too heavy.

Cilantro frequently self-sows. As seeds fall to the ground, little plants may pop up during the season and the following spring. One way to keep cilantro in check is to grow it indoors in a hydroponic (or water-based) system, like the Miracle-Gro® Twelve™ Indoor Growing System. Simple to use, it guides cilantro to produce an impressively large harvest. Plants go directly in the water, which circulates moisture, air, and nutrients to the roots, and a grow light provides all the light needed by the plants.

Troubleshooting

Cilantro occasionally has problems with aphids and whitefly, wilt, or mildew. For the insects, use insecticidal soap. To prevent or control wilt and mildew, make sure you clean up spent cilantro plants at the end of the season, and remove any infected plants as soon as possible.

One of the surprises that most gardeners get from cilantro is that it moves through its life cycle so quickly, especially in spring. If you are lucky enough to live in a mild winter climate, fall and winter give you the longest season to harvest. Once you understand this fast little plant, it's easy to manage. Give it its own patch in the garden where you can harvest, then ignore, then harvest again. Harvest while it's low, let it get tall when it wants to, then cut off the tall plants after the seeds drop to get it out of the way. This makes room for the new plants that start themselves from the fallen seeds. Or, of course, you can set out new plants every 3 to 4 weeks for as long as we have them in the stores, but the harvest and ignore technique will get you through the in-between times.

Harvest and Storage

You can harvest cilantro's foliage continually in the cooler months of spring and fall and through winter in areas without hard freezes. Harvest by cutting the leafy stems near ground level; most will be around 6 to 12 inches long. Avoid cutting more than one-third of the leaves at one time, or you may weaken the plant. While planting in premium Miracle-Gro® Performance Organics™ soil will provide a generous helping of nutrition to start, for best results, you'll want to begin feeding cilantro regularly with Miracle-Gro® Performance Organics® Edibles Plant Nutrition after 4 or 5 harvests. This will continue to provide both plants and soil with just the right amount and kind of nutrients. Another option is to fertilize with fish emulsion.

Harvest the seeds by clipping the brown, round seed heads; place upside down in a paper bag. In a few days, the round husks will dry and split in two, dropping the edible seed inside. Don't delay seed harvest, or the weak stems will fall over.

Harvest cilantro by cutting the leafy stems near ground level. Cut only about one-third of the plant at a time.Harvest coriander seeds as they turn dry and brown. They’re a main ingredient in curry spice mixes.Cilantro will grow tall and wispy as it starts to bloom. The white flowers later produce the seed we all know as coriander.

Uses

Growing cilantro adds a lot of healthy, fresh flavour to your kitchen. Freshly chopped cilantro is an excellent source of potassium, is low in calories, and is good for the digestive system. It is best to use fresh cilantro in cooking since it does not dry very well. Add chopped leaves at the last minute for maximum flavor. Cilantro blends well with mint, cumin, chives, garlic, and marjoram. Store by freezing the leaves in cubes of water or oil; you can dry them, too, but they lose a lot of their flavour this way, which explains why growing your own is far better than buying it from the spice rack.

Store coriander seeds in a cool cabinet or the refrigerator. Use them in curry, poultry, relishes, and pickles.

FAQs

Is it true that coriander and cilantro are the same?

Yes, coriander is the seed and cilantro is the leaf. Their flavors are quite different. You can harvest the seed after the plant flowers and round seeds form. Harvest and dry the seed to be ground into coriander.

I'm growing some of your cilantro. How do I know when it's ripe or ready to eat?

Cilantro is always ready. If plants are very young, avoid picking all of their leaves, or you will weaken them. After they are a few weeks old, pick a few leaves from each plant and add them to dishes as directed in recipes. You can also stir chopped leaves into bottled salsa to give it a fresh-made taste.

How can I have cilantro year-round?

Cilantro is a biennial, which means it grows leaves the first season, and then it flowers and dies the second. Set out plants in early fall for optimum growth. They will develop into round, leafy plants that look a lot like flat-leaved parsley, but the flavor is distinctly different. If the winter is mild, you'll have cilantro for months. Then in spring you will notice the plant growing taller and the leaves changing to a very lacy form. There will be white flowers on top, and after the seeds ripen, the plant will die. Seeds that fall to the ground in summer will germinate in fall, so the cycle begins again.To have a supply of cilantro in summer, you'll need to preserve it. Drying is not the best for cilantro. Instead, chop or puree the fresh leaves with olive oil. Store this in a heavy plastic container or freezer bag in the freezer for later use.

My cilantro plants are lanky and do not have many leaves.

How do I get more leaves to grow?

It sounds like your cilantro has started to bloom. Once the weather begins to get warm in late spring or early summer, cilantro will transition from a round, leafy plant with parsley-like foliage into a taller, lacy-leaved plant with white flowers in clusters at the top. In a few weeks, you'll see round seeds forming. When harvested, these can be ground into coriander. If you leave them to mature, plants will fall to the ground and sprout again in the fall or early spring. While your plant will die after flowering, its offspring will take over, giving you a seasonal supply of flavorful foliage.

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How to Grow Cilantro (Coriander)

Cilantro (Coriandrum sativum) is a great addition to any herb garden. Not only is it a relatively easy plant to grow, but it actually boasts two cooking uses for the price of one. The name cilantro refers to the plant's thin, green stems and flat, lacy leaves, which are best eaten fresh. Its other common name, coriander, refers to the seeds, which are used as a common cooking spice, especially in Indian, Middle Eastern, and Asian cuisines. Cilantro is best planted in the early spring but also can be started in fall. It grows quickly, often yielding its first harvest of leaves within 30 days. Its seeds will be ready for harvest closer to three months from planting.

Common Name Cilantro, coriander, Chinese parsley
Botanical Name Coriandrum sativum
Family Apiaceae
Plant Type Annual, herb
Size 1–2 ft. tall, 1–1. 5 ft. wide
Sun Exposure Full sun, partial sun
Soil Type Loamy, moist, well-drained
Soil pH Acidic (6.2 to 6.8)
Bloom Time Spring, summer, fall
Hardiness Zones Annual, thrives in 2–11 (USDA)
Native Area Asia, Europe, Africa

How to Plant Cilantro

Plant cilantro in cool weather, either in early spring after the last frost or in the fall once temperatures have consistently cooled down to 50 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit. Seeds should be spaced 1 to 2 inches apart in loose, fast-draining soil with an acidic pH for optimal growing conditions.

When to Plant

Early spring and fall are both suitable times to plant cilantro. If you're not planning for a spring plant, allow the summer temperatures to cool down before planting in the fall. However, in some climates, you'll only be able to harvest the leaves and not the seeds before frost hits in the fall.

Selecting a Planting Site

An ideal planting site for cilantro should have loose, well-drained soil. It can handle either full sun or partial shade but tends to prefer some afternoon shade in warmer climates. Make sure cilantro isn’t planted too close to taller plants that will shade it as they leaf out in the spring. Container growth also is a good option for cilantro.

Spacing, Depth, and Support

Seeds should be planted about 1 to 2 inches apart and roughly 1/4 to 1/2 inch deep. Thin seedlings to about 6 to 8 inches apart. Rows of cilantro plants should be at least a foot apart to provide good airflow. A support structure shouldn’t be necessary.

Cilantro Plant Care

Light

The cilantro plant thrives with about six hours of direct sunlight on most days. However, when plotting your garden, select a spot that won't receive too much high-noon sunlight, as harsh rays can burn cilantro leaves. If you live in a hot climate, consider planting your cilantro where it can receive some afternoon shade or in pots that can be periodically moved into the shade. Too much heat and direct sun can cause the plant to bolt (go to seed) early.

Soil

A loose, loamy, fast-draining soil with a slightly acidic soil pH is best for cilantro. Too much retained moisture in the soil can cause the plant to bolt early.

Water

Keep the soil evenly moist but not soggy as seeds germinate and seedlings develop. Roughly 1 inch of water per week is ideal for seedlings. More mature plants don’t require as much water, but they still like moist soil. Just make sure their roots are never waterlogged.

Temperature and Humidity

Cilantro thrives best in relatively cool environments, preferring temperatures that hover between 60 and 70 degrees Fahrenheit—too hot and the plant can bolt easily. However, though cilantro is a cool-weather herb, it is still frost-sensitive. Keep row covers handy to protect your plants if unseasonably cool weather is predicted. Cilantro also struggles in high humidity and climates that get a lot of rain.

Fertilizer

Cilantro typically does not need fertilizer to grow successfully, but treating it monthly with an organic blend made for herbs can't hurt. Additionally, feel free to mix a nutritious compost or other organic matter into your soil to help the plants thrive, especially when first planting seeds.

Pollination

Cilantro plants are pollinated via bees and other pollinators. 

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Types of Cilantro

There are several varieties of cilantro, including:

Cilantro vs.

Parsley

Cilantro and parsley varieties can look quite similar at first glance. They both have thin green stems with flat leaves. However, cilantro leaves are typically more curved while parsley leaves are more pointed. Parsley also has a milder scent and taste, while cilantro’s aroma and flavor are very distinct (and almost soap-like to some people).

Harvesting Cilantro

This herb is quick to respond to all your hard work, often ready to be harvested for its fresh leaves in under a month. You can begin to harvest leaves once the plants are around 6 inches tall, which typically occurs around three to four weeks after you first sow seeds. Harvest the leaves you need by pinching back portions of the upper stem, which promotes new growth and fuller plants. Aim not to take more than a third of the leaves at a time. To harvest seeds, allow the plant to flower. Leave the resulting seed heads on the plant to dry out. Then, shake them into a paper bag to release the seeds, or snip the entire seedhead, place it into a paper bag, put the bag in a dark, well-ventilated, cool place, and allow the seeds to finish drying in the bag for easier harvest.

Cilantro leaves are best used fresh but will keep in the refrigerator for a few days. Cilantro loses its flavor when dried, so fresh use is best. Once they're fully dry, store coriander seeds in an airtight container in a cool, dry spot.

How to Grow Cilantro in Pots

If you don’t have a suitable garden spot for cilantro, try a container instead. Its relatively small size makes it a great herb to grow in containers. A pot that’s at least 8 inches wide and deep is best for cilantro. Make sure it has drainage holes. An unglazed clay container is ideal because it will allow excess soil moisture to evaporate through its walls.

Pruning

You’ll generally prune your cilantro plants as you harvest leaves. If you see a flower stalk beginning to grow, you can trim it off in an attempt to prolong leaf growth. However, if you’re hoping to harvest seeds, you’ll want to permit the flower stalk to grow. Wait until the end of the season, if possible, and allow the plant to flower so you can harvest seeds.

Propagating Cilantro

Cilantro often will self-seed in the garden, propagating itself. You also can harvest and save seeds yourself for later plantings. The time to do this is in the summer as the seed heads dry out on the plants. Here’s how:

  1. Once the seed heads are brown and dry on the plant, trim them off. Don't wait too long, or the stems of the degrading plant might flop over and spill the seed heads.
  2. Place them upside-down in a paper bag. In a few days, they should split open and release the seeds. 
  3. Allow the seeds to fully dry in a cool, dry spot out of direct sunlight. 
  4. Place them in an airtight container labeled with the date. They should be viable to plant for at least a few years. 

How to Grow Cilantro From Seed

Prior to planting, slightly crush or rub cilantro seeds between your fingers to remove the husk. It’s also helpful to soak them in water overnight. This increases the chances of germination. It’s best to sow cilantro seeds directly in the ground or pot where they’ll ultimately reside, as the plants don’t like having their roots disturbed. But you also can start them in biodegradable pots that can be planted in the soil of their eventual growing site. 

Potting and Repotting Cilantro

Any quality well-draining potting mix will do for cilantro, but one that’s organic and formulated for herbs is ideal. Due to cilantro’s sensitive roots, repotting is best avoided. Instead, make sure you choose a suitable growing container for your seeds right from the start.

Overwintering

As cilantro is an annual, overwintering is not necessary. In hot climates, cilantro planted in the fall can actually continue to grow throughout the winter.

Common Pests and Plant Diseases

Cilantro is generally resistant to any serious pest or disease issues. Soil that’s too moist can cause rot. The strong fragrance of cilantro typically repels pests, but some common insect pests, including aphids and leaf hoppers, might affect the plants. Use an insecticidal soap that’s safe for edible plants if you spot any pests.

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Coriander (lat. Coriandrum sativum), or vegetable coriander is a herbaceous annual of the genus Coriander of the Umbelliferae family, which is widely used as a spice in cooking and as a flavoring agent in perfumery, soap making and cosmetics. Coriander is a honey plant. The name of the plant comes from the ancient Greek language, and according to one version it is derived from the word meaning "bug": when unripe, coriander smells like a crushed insect. According to another version, the generating word has a homonym with the meaning "St. John's wort", so it is difficult to say unequivocally why coriander is called coriander. nine0007

For those who still didn't know, we inform you that cilantro and coriander are the same plant. Where it comes from is not known for certain. Possibly from the Mediterranean. In any case, coriander came to Western and Central Europe, as well as to Great Britain, from Rome, and later from Europe it was brought to America, New Zealand and Australia. Today, cilantro is widely grown in Ukraine, the Caucasus, the Crimea and Central Asia.

Planting and caring for cilantro

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Cilantro plant - description

Cilantro is a herbaceous annual with a spindle-shaped root, erect, bare stem 40 to 70 cm tall, branching in the upper part. Basal leaves of cilantro are coarsely dissected, tripartite, on long petioles, with wide lobes, incised-serrated along the edges. The lower stem leaves, twice pinnatipartite, sit on short petioles, while the middle and upper ones are vaginal, pinnately dissected into linear segments. The flowers of cilantro are small, pink or white, collected at the ends of the peduncles in umbellate inflorescences of 3-5 rays. Coriander fruits are hard, ribbed, spherical or ovoid forks. Cilantro blooms in June-July, and the fruits, depending on the climate of the area, ripen in July-September. Seeds remain viable for about two years. Aromatic greens are called cilantro and are used fresh and dried, and a spice called coriander is obtained from the seeds. nine0007

Growing cilantro at home

How to grow cilantro on a windowsill

If you are a lover of tasty and fragrant food, you can grow coriander greens at home to have on the table at any time of the year. Cilantro on the windowsill is a constant source of vitamins and other substances useful for the body. Sowing cilantro for seedlings is carried out in the first half of March: coriander seeds are laid out on the surface of a moist substrate at a distance of 7 cm from each other and deepened by about 1-1.5 cm. Then, to create greenhouse conditions, the container is covered with glass or placed under transparent polyethylene and kept in a bright warm place. If your day is still too short at this time of the year, install a fluorescent lamp or phytolamp above the container at a height of 20-25 cm. nine0007

Caring for cilantro seedlings is simple: water the substrate when necessary and air the crops regularly to remove condensation from the cover. As soon as cotyledon leaves appear on the seedlings, the cover is removed from the crops. After three weeks, cilantro greens can be eaten.

Growing cilantro outdoors

Growing cilantro outdoors

Growing cilantro outdoors is desirable after plants such as marrows, cucumbers, squash and related crops. To grow cilantro in your garden, you need a well-lit, draft-free area. Cilantro grows well in partial shade, but the shadow is contraindicated for it: the bushes grow weak, with a small number of leaves and quickly form flower arrows, and the fruits are small and ripen for a long time. You can not sow coriander in the lowlands, otherwise it will get wet before it ripens. Cilantro grows best on neutral or slightly alkaline loamy or sandy soil. nine0007

In the photo: How cilantro blooms in the open field area unit. Sowing is carried out from March to May: cilantro seeds begin to germinate at a soil temperature of 4-6 ºC, but the warmer the soil into which you throw the seeds, the faster shoots will appear.

Dry (this is important) coriander seeds are laid out in 2-3 pieces in shallow grooves at a distance of 8-10 cm. A distance of 10-15 cm should be kept between the grooves so that developing plants do not obscure each other from sunlight. Close up the seed to a depth of 1.5-2 cm, after which the bed is watered. Depending on the cilantro variety, weather and seed storage conditions, seedlings appear within one to three weeks.

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Caring for cilantro in the garden

Slightly grown seedlings are thinned out so that each seedling has a sufficient feeding area and the plants, as they say, do not fight for a place under the sun. Of the several seedlings grown in one nest, the strongest seedling is left, and the rest are removed. Caring for cilantro in the future consists of watering, loosening the soil and weed control.

In the photo: Growing cilantro in the garden

Watering cilantro

After sowing, the area is watered regularly and abundantly so that the germinating seeds do not lack moisture. When the first shoots appear, watering is reduced, and in the future the soil on the site is maintained in a slightly moist state. Increase watering when the cilantro begins to grow green mass, otherwise the plant will bloom early. When the fruits begin to ripen, watering is reduced to a minimum. After natural or artificial wetting of the site, it is desirable to loosen the soil between rows, because on compacted soils, cilantro gives little greenery and forms inflorescences earlier. nine0007

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Top dressing of cilantro

All nutrients are applied to the soil on the site before sowing, and during active growth, cilantro is not fed with fertilizers. In the fall, compost and phosphorus-potassium fertilizers are applied to the site where coriander is planned to be grown next year, and nitrogen fertilizers are applied in the spring before sowing.

In the photo: Flowering cilantro in the garden

Remove the green mass as it grows. When the plant begins to form flower stalks, the amount of greenery will decrease significantly, the leaves will become coarse and the nutritional quality of cilantro will deteriorate. If you follow the agricultural technology of the crop and take care of it properly, then you will be able to harvest three crops of greenery from each plant in a season. After coriander, eggplant and other nightshade crops are best grown on the site. nine0007

Pests and diseases of coriander

Diseases of coriander

Coriander can be affected by ramularia blight, rust and powdery mildew if not cared for or grown in unsuitable conditions for the plant.

Ramulariasis is a fungal disease that literally destroys cilantro in seasons with cold summers and high humidity, when heavy dew falls in the morning. Brown spots appear on the leaves of cilantro, subsequently covered with a grayish bloom, the plant looks like it has been burned, and soon dies. To destroy the infection, coriander seeds should be treated with Fitosporin-M solution before sowing and the crop should not be grown two years in a row in the same area. nine0007

Rust is also a fungal disease, widespread and harmful. Dark red pustules appear on the leaves of the plant, bursting and scattering spores of the fungus, which are carried by the wind or insects. Rust on coriander should be dealt with in the same way as with ramulariasis, that is, exclusively preventive measures.

Powdery mildew is a fungal disease that can be recognized by a whitish coating on the above-ground plant organs. This plaque becomes denser over time and darkens to a brown tint. The disease progresses in hot, dry weather with sharp fluctuations in humidity and temperature. Sometimes the cause of infection is an excess of nitrogen fertilizers in the soil. Plants affected by dew should be immediately removed from the site and burned. You can fight the disease with non-toxic folk remedies: treat it with yogurt leaves, a solution of fresh mullein or soda ash, an infusion of fermented weeds. nine0007

Pests of cilantro

The most dangerous pests for coriander are seed-beetles, umbrella and striped bugs and winter scoop, or rather, its caterpillars. Since it is impossible to treat the plant with insecticides, they fight the seed-eater only by dressing the seeds before sowing. In autumn, it is necessary to carry out a thorough cleaning of plant residues on the site and subsequent deep digging of the soil. Scoop caterpillars will have to be collected by hand, as well as bedbugs, however, if too much area is sown with cilantro, spray the plants several times with infusion of onion peel, mustard or ash solution. nine0007

Types and varieties of cilantro

We offer you an acquaintance with the most famous varieties of cilantro.

In the photo: Growing healthy and spicy cilantro

Coriander varieties Alekseevsky, Korol Rynok, Early, Kirovogradsky and Oktyabrsky are also in demand in the culture.

Properties of cilantro - harm and benefits

Useful properties of cilantro

Leaves and stems of cilantro contain rutin, carotene, vitamins, trace elements and essential oils, and the fruits of the plant contain steroid compounds, tannins, sucrose, fructose, glucose, polyphenols, fatty oils, pectin, alkaloids, starch and essential oil. Useful properties of cilantro enhance the seven organic acids contained in it: linoleic, oleic, isooleic, ascorbic, myristic, stearic and palmitic. nine0007

Due to its composition, cilantro has a diuretic, antiscorbutic, anthelmintic, analgesic and expectorant effect. It disinfects the gastrointestinal tract, increases appetite, improves intestinal motility, lowers blood pressure, helps to cope with insomnia, relieves nervous tension, swelling, improves vision, enhances potency, stimulates the kidneys, invigorates and tones.

Coriander juice strengthens the gums and reduces their bleeding, soothes toothache, disinfects the oral cavity in case of stomatitis. Greens remove bad cholesterol from the body and have a beneficial effect on the functioning of the cardiovascular system. A few leaves of cilantro reduce the effect of alcohol and relieve a hangover. nine0007

Cilantro - contraindications

Cilantro is contraindicated in diabetes mellitus, coronary heart disease, thrombosis and thrombophlebitis, after a heart attack and stroke, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Unpleasant consequences can also occur in absolutely healthy people after overeating cilantro greens: sleep and the menstrual cycle are disturbed, memory is weakening. Sometimes, from excessive consumption of plant greens, allergic reactions appear: an itchy rash on the skin, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, upset stools. At the first signs of an allergy, it is necessary to take an antihistamine drug, otherwise the situation can be sharply complicated by Quincke's edema and anaphylactic shock. nine0007

Literature

  1. Read related topics on Wikipedia
  2. Peculiarities and other plants of the Umbelliferae family
  3. List of all species on The Plant List
  4. More information on World Flora Online


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Cilantro is an unpretentious crop that does not require special conditions when planting it. Almost all of its varieties feel great in open ground. But many cilantro lovers grow it at home as well. Both the green parts and the seeds of the plant are edible. And depending on which of these is preferable when harvesting, certain features must be taken into account when growing a crop. nine0007

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Description: varieties and varieties of crop

This crop is annual. It is called cilantro in the case when it is grown for greens. If the cultivation is done for the sake of seeds, another name is used - coriander. Many simply do not know that cilantro and coriander are one plant. nine0007

This herbaceous plant with beautiful openwork leaves (similar to parsley leaves) looks very attractive both in the open field in the garden and in the house, as you can see when viewing the corresponding photos. Cilantro has a strong spicy taste and a very unusual flavor that many do not like. But with regular use, the plants quickly get used to the original smell.

Leaves and seeds of cilantro

The culture is unpretentious in growth, does not require too much attention and any special conditions in planting or care. Its reproduction can also occur by self-sowing, when some of the seedlings with mature seeds were left in the fall. There are many varieties of this crop. All of them are very similar in appearance. This is easy to verify by looking at photos of various varieties. nine0007

Depending on whether the crop is grown for greens or for seeds, the selection of the most suitable variety takes place, taking into account the ripening time. There are early, mid-season, late varieties. And the most popular among gardeners for growing in open ground include such of them as:

Planting

To get an excellent harvest, choose well-lit or slightly shaded places for planting cilantro. Under the shade of trees, plants will develop poorly. They will begin to reach for the light and become weak. It grows better on flat or elevated areas without close groundwater, which must be taken into account when planning work on planting crops in the spring in the garden. nine0007

Attention! Planting cilantro in low places where stagnant water is possible is undesirable, as plants can die before ripening from an excess of moisture.

The soil for planting the crop should be light, loose and fertile. Soils are preferably neutral. Fertilizers in the garden, planned for the cultivation of cilantro, it is better to apply in the fall. And immediately before planting, the site is also fertilized, and it is also well dug up and moistened. Plants are planted with dry seeds in open ground to a depth of about 1.5 cm. This is done around mid-April, when the soil has completely thawed and warmed up enough. nine0007 Coriander sprouts

Sowing can be carried out according to different schemes:

It is possible to sow cilantro in open ground during the whole season, which is what many gardeners do in their dachas and household plots. This approach allows you to provide yourself with fresh fragrant greens all summer and autumn before the onset of cold weather. nine0007

Tip. In order for cilantro to build up its green mass well and not bloom too early, you should avoid very dense sowing of the crop. So it will be easier for the gardener during the subsequent care of her.

Crop care

Cilantro is easy to grow and does not require any special care. It consists of:

Fertilizers should only be applied in autumn or spring immediately before planting. In further care, top dressing is not required. But especially you need to pay attention to watering plants. They must receive enough moisture necessary for their normal growth. Watering cilantro in small quantities leads to a deterioration in the quality of greenery. It becomes dry and hard. Mulching can be done to retain moisture. But an excess of water also adversely affects the culture. In addition, you need to water the coriander less often during the ripening period of the seeds, which will later be used for food or for plant propagation. nine0007 Greens do not need to be fed

Fertilizer and top dressing of cilantro (coriander)

The crop prefers soils rich in humus. But top dressing during the growth of cilantro is not recommended, as this contributes to the accumulation in the greens of some substances that are harmful to humans. Manure or humus must be applied to the ground immediately at the stage of preparing the beds for planting crops. Favorably affects the plants and the introduction of wood ash. You can also add fertilizers that contain phosphorus or potassium. nine0007

Plant propagation

This crop is propagated by seeds. They must fully ripen. This is determined by the color of the fruit. When they turn brown, turning brown, easily removed by hand from the plant or begin to crumble, the seeds have matured and are ready to be harvested. Reproduction of coriander can also occur as a result of self-sowing, when some of the seeds are skipped during collection and then crumble to the ground. Having wintered quite safely under the snow, they usually sprout quite amicably in the spring. nine0007

What diseases and pests does this plant have?

Plants can be affected by diseases such as powdery mildew and ramularia. Among the pests that affect this crop, one can name the coriander seed-eater, bedbugs (their various types), umbrella moth, as well as the winter scoop, which gnaws the stem of the plant, and the wireworm, which damages the root system.

Combination of cilantro (coriander) with other plants

The culture goes well with almost any plant. It is especially good to plant it in combination with other herbs, such as anise or cumin. The combination with this plant is not too good for fennel alone. Coriander depresses him. The best predecessors for cilantro can be called perennial grasses, winter, tilled crops.

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