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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 2–11Type Annual, HerbClimate Mediterranean
Cilantro (Coriandrum Sativum) — pinnate leaves that are bright green in color; bolt-resistant varieties extend the harvest season in warmer climates

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

Type
Annual, Herb
Family
Apiaceae (Umbelliferae)
Climate
Mediterranean

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Cilantro (Coriandrum Sativum) — commonly known as cilantro or coriander; making it a favorable selection for most temperate regions, image 57
Cilantro (Coriandrum Sativum) — cilantro requires a sunny location with well-draining soil
Cilantro (Coriandrum Sativum) — It prefers full sun to partial shade, thriving in well-drained soil; cilantro requires a sunny location with well-draining soil
Cilantro (Coriandrum Sativum) — Space plants approximately 3-4 inches apart; commonly known as cilantro or coriander, image 80
Cilantro (Coriandrum Sativum) — is a versatile annual herb in the Apiaceae family
Cilantro (Coriandrum Sativum) — which can be an alluring sight for pollinators like bees and butterflies; often spanning 6-12 inches in width and height
Cilantro (Coriandrum Sativum) — white to pale pink flowers in umbels; it thrives in temperatures ranging between 50°F to 85°F, image 64
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 thrives in temperatures ranging between 50°F to 85°F; pinnate leaves that are bright green in color
Cilantro (Coriandrum Sativum) — white flowers in the garden; is a versatile annual herb in the Apiaceae family
Cilantro (Coriandrum Sativum) — Bolt-resistant varieties extend the harvest season in warmer climates; white to pale pink flowers in umbels, image 56
Cilantro (Coriandrum Sativum) — though it can tolerate light shade; space plants approximately 3-4 inches apart
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