Coriander
Coriander Seeds
A culinary powerhouse with fresh, citrusy-parsley flavour. This fast-growing herb provides lush leaves for tacos and curries, plus aromatic seeds for home-grown spice.
Whether you call it Coriander (UK) or Cilantro (US), this is the herb that defines Mexican tacos, Indian curries, and Thai stir-fries. It produces lush, bright green leaves with a distinct, citrusy-parsley flavour that simply cannot be replicated by dried herbs.
This is a true "two-for-one" plant. In the cool of spring and autumn, you harvest the fresh leaves. As the heat rises, the plant produces delicate white flowers (loved by pollinators) which turn into round, aromatic seeds. These can be harvested and ground to create the warm, nutty Coriander spice used in baking and curry pastes.
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🌿 Understanding the Plant
Coriandrum sativum is a fast-growing Hardy Annual (H4). It is a "cool-season" herb, meaning it performs best during the milder days of spring and autumn. Its natural biological instinct is to "bolt" (rapidly flower and set seed) the moment the summer heat intensifies or daylight hours reach their peak.
The "Succession" Rule: Because Coriander has a short life cycle, we recommend against sowing the entire packet at once. To ensure a continuous supply of fresh leaves throughout the season, sow a small batch every 3-4 weeks. This prevents a "glut and famine" cycle in your kitchen garden.
Dual Harvest Biology: The plant undergoes a distinct morphological shift: starting with broad, flat basal leaves (Cilantro) and maturing into fine, feathery upper foliage before producing white umbel flowers. Both the leaves and the subsequent dried seeds (Coriander spice) are culinarily valuable, though they possess entirely different flavour profiles.
🌱 Growing Guide
Coriander possesses a sensitive taproot and deeply dislikes root disturbance; growing from seed is far superior to buying supermarket pot plants.
How to Sow:
Direct sow outdoors from March to September. Scatter seeds into shallow drills and cover with 1cm of soil. Germination typically occurs within 7-14 days. For winter supplies, Coriander can be grown successfully on a bright, indoor windowsill year-round.
Where to Plant:
They prefer full sun or partial shade and thrive in light, well-drained soil. During the height of mid-summer, choosing a slightly shadier spot can help delay the bolting process. Ensure the soil remains consistently moist; if the plant experiences drought stress, it will panic and run to seed prematurely.
Harvesting:
For leaf production, harvest the outer leaves first, allowing the central growing point to continue producing new growth. If you are growing for the seeds, allow the plant to flower and wait until the seed heads turn brown before harvesting and drying them in a cool, airy location.
📋 Plant Specifications
| Botanical Name | Coriandrum sativum |
| Common Name | Coriander / Cilantro |
| Plant Type | Hardy Annual |
| Hardiness | H4 (Survives light frost) |
| Light Requirements | Full Sun / Part Shade ⛅ |
| Height | 45cm - 60cm |
| Spread | 20cm |
| Spacing | Plant 20cm apart |
| Harvest Period | Continuous (March - October) |
| Perfect For | 🌮 Home-Grown Mexican & Asian Cuisine 🐝 Pollinator-Friendly Herb Borders 🪴 Window Boxes & Culinary Pots 🧂 Dual Leaf and Spice Harvest |
| Seeds per Packet | Approximately 100 seeds |
🤝 Beautiful Kitchen Combinations
Coriander thrives when paired with other edible species from our collection that provide natural protection or pollinator support:
- 🔥 Nasturtium 'Tom Thumb': The Edible Bodyguard. This dwarf variety acts as a perfect "trap crop" for aphids, drawing them away from your Coriander. Both are fully edible and share similar light requirements, creating a cheerful and productive protective barrier for your herb bed.
- 💙 Borage: The Bee Magnet. The electric blue flowers of Borage attract massive numbers of bees and beneficial insects. These pollinators will simultaneously visit your Coriander flowers, ensuring a successful seed set for your home-grown spice harvest.
📅 Sowing & Harvesting Calendar
Sow little and often from spring to late summer for a non-stop supply of fresh citrusy leaves and aromatic seeds.
🍴 Edible Flowers
Don't stop at the leaves! The delicate white umbel flowers of the Coriander plant are entirely edible. They possess a concentrated coriander flavour and serve as a professional-looking garnish for spicy curries or summer salads.
🏆 Robust Garden Stamina
Known for its fast growth and ability to provide two distinct harvests, Coriandrum sativum is an essential choice for those wanting to create a productive, low-maintenance kitchen garden that supports a huge variety of beneficial pollinators.
📖 Want more detailed growing advice?
View our Complete Growing Guide for Herbs →
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Description
Coriander Seeds
A culinary powerhouse with fresh, citrusy-parsley flavour. This fast-growing herb provides lush leaves for tacos and curries, plus aromatic seeds for home-grown spice.
Whether you call it Coriander (UK) or Cilantro (US), this is the herb that defines Mexican tacos, Indian curries, and Thai stir-fries. It produces lush, bright green leaves with a distinct, citrusy-parsley flavour that simply cannot be replicated by dried herbs.
This is a true "two-for-one" plant. In the cool of spring and autumn, you harvest the fresh leaves. As the heat rises, the plant produces delicate white flowers (loved by pollinators) which turn into round, aromatic seeds. These can be harvested and ground to create the warm, nutty Coriander spice used in baking and curry pastes.
Read More
🌿 Understanding the Plant
Coriandrum sativum is a fast-growing Hardy Annual (H4). It is a "cool-season" herb, meaning it performs best during the milder days of spring and autumn. Its natural biological instinct is to "bolt" (rapidly flower and set seed) the moment the summer heat intensifies or daylight hours reach their peak.
The "Succession" Rule: Because Coriander has a short life cycle, we recommend against sowing the entire packet at once. To ensure a continuous supply of fresh leaves throughout the season, sow a small batch every 3-4 weeks. This prevents a "glut and famine" cycle in your kitchen garden.
Dual Harvest Biology: The plant undergoes a distinct morphological shift: starting with broad, flat basal leaves (Cilantro) and maturing into fine, feathery upper foliage before producing white umbel flowers. Both the leaves and the subsequent dried seeds (Coriander spice) are culinarily valuable, though they possess entirely different flavour profiles.
🌱 Growing Guide
Coriander possesses a sensitive taproot and deeply dislikes root disturbance; growing from seed is far superior to buying supermarket pot plants.
How to Sow:
Direct sow outdoors from March to September. Scatter seeds into shallow drills and cover with 1cm of soil. Germination typically occurs within 7-14 days. For winter supplies, Coriander can be grown successfully on a bright, indoor windowsill year-round.
Where to Plant:
They prefer full sun or partial shade and thrive in light, well-drained soil. During the height of mid-summer, choosing a slightly shadier spot can help delay the bolting process. Ensure the soil remains consistently moist; if the plant experiences drought stress, it will panic and run to seed prematurely.
Harvesting:
For leaf production, harvest the outer leaves first, allowing the central growing point to continue producing new growth. If you are growing for the seeds, allow the plant to flower and wait until the seed heads turn brown before harvesting and drying them in a cool, airy location.
📋 Plant Specifications
| Botanical Name | Coriandrum sativum |
| Common Name | Coriander / Cilantro |
| Plant Type | Hardy Annual |
| Hardiness | H4 (Survives light frost) |
| Light Requirements | Full Sun / Part Shade ⛅ |
| Height | 45cm - 60cm |
| Spread | 20cm |
| Spacing | Plant 20cm apart |
| Harvest Period | Continuous (March - October) |
| Perfect For | 🌮 Home-Grown Mexican & Asian Cuisine 🐝 Pollinator-Friendly Herb Borders 🪴 Window Boxes & Culinary Pots 🧂 Dual Leaf and Spice Harvest |
| Seeds per Packet | Approximately 100 seeds |
🤝 Beautiful Kitchen Combinations
Coriander thrives when paired with other edible species from our collection that provide natural protection or pollinator support:
- 🔥 Nasturtium 'Tom Thumb': The Edible Bodyguard. This dwarf variety acts as a perfect "trap crop" for aphids, drawing them away from your Coriander. Both are fully edible and share similar light requirements, creating a cheerful and productive protective barrier for your herb bed.
- 💙 Borage: The Bee Magnet. The electric blue flowers of Borage attract massive numbers of bees and beneficial insects. These pollinators will simultaneously visit your Coriander flowers, ensuring a successful seed set for your home-grown spice harvest.
📅 Sowing & Harvesting Calendar
Sow little and often from spring to late summer for a non-stop supply of fresh citrusy leaves and aromatic seeds.
🍴 Edible Flowers
Don't stop at the leaves! The delicate white umbel flowers of the Coriander plant are entirely edible. They possess a concentrated coriander flavour and serve as a professional-looking garnish for spicy curries or summer salads.
🏆 Robust Garden Stamina
Known for its fast growth and ability to provide two distinct harvests, Coriandrum sativum is an essential choice for those wanting to create a productive, low-maintenance kitchen garden that supports a huge variety of beneficial pollinators.
📖 Want more detailed growing advice?
View our Complete Growing Guide for Herbs →
