Description
Plant Type: Herb
Flavor: Cilantro has a fresh, citrusy taste while the coriander seeds have a light and sweet taste
Preparation Ideas: Chopped cilantro can be added to sour cream and used to top chili, soups, and stews.
Days to Germination: 7 to 14 days
Days to Maturity: 60 days
Planting Depth: 6 mm (1/4″)
Growing Height: 38-75 cm (15-30″)
Best Container Size: 12″+
Instructions: Sow directly in full sun after all danger of frost is past. Difficult to transplant.
Suggestions: Harvest seeds in late summer by cutting seed heads when ripe. Spread seed heads on trays to dry in sun. Thresh by hand and store in jars. The seed odor dissipates in storage.- Leaves used as a garnish in salad/soup- Seed used in meat and seafood/condiment for bread/cookies/cake