Cilantro (Coriandrum sativum)
Cilantro, also known as coriander, has many uses in the kitchen throughout the stages of the plant. We use the leaves in salsas, salads and pesto and the edible flowers add a beautiful look and flavor as a garnish. The dried seeds are used crushed in many recipes and cilantro is a great companion plant attracting beneficial insects.
Origin: We were given the parent seed of our cilantro when Papa worked on a farm in the late 90s in Ventura County, California. A friend who worked on the farm with Papa was from Hidalgo, Mexico and the seeds originated in his Grandmother’s garden there.
(Approximately 50 seeds per packet)
Germination rate: 85% - tested 9/15/24
Planting Instructions: Sow 3 seeds 1/2" deep every 6" a few weeks before last frost date. Full sun. Successive sowing every 3 weeks until frost for a summer supply of cilantro. Grows well in containers too!
