Santo Cilantro is a fast growing herbaceous, warm season annual that is grown for its lacy, fragrant edible foliage (Cilantro) and aromatic seeds (Coriander). Harvesting of greens while plant is still low can begin in 30 days, while the seed is produced in 90 days if flowers are not pinched back. Grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Santo is slow to bolt, extending its harvest time for the greens.
The green foliage is used in Mexican, Indian and Thai cuisine to add unique spice and potentially alleviate uncomfortable gas.*
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Type: |
Annual, Herb |
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Height: |
1' - 2' |
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Spread: |
0.5’ - 1' |
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Spacing: |
1' |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
2 - 11 |
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Culture: |
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Bloom Color: |
White/Pink/Purple |
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Season of Interest: |
MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low maintenance plant. No serious pest or disease issues. Potential issues include wilt, blight, and rot. Cilantro is noted for bolting early in hot summer heat. Water heavily while establishing.
LANDSCAPE USES: Mass Plantings, Medicine Garden, Kitchen Garden, Cottage Gardens, Containers, Pollinator Garden, Ground Cover
COMPANION PLANTS: Cabbage, Tomatoes - but in containers!
IMAGES: Photo by David J. Stang, Coriandrum sativum Santo 0zz, CC BY-SA 4.0, (2) Judgefloro, JfCamachilesMabalacatCoriandrumsativump495fvf, CC BY-SA 4.0
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
*ServeScape does not take any responsibility for any adverse effects from the use of plants. Always seek advice from a professional before using a plant medicinally.
