Cilantro Seeds (Organic)

Organic cilantro seed produces an annual culinary herb grown for fragrant leaves and for the mature seed known as coriander. Sow it in beds or containers, harvest leaves while plants are actively growing, or allow selected plants to flower and set seed.

Variety details

• Botanical name: Coriandrum sativum
• Certification: Certified organic
• Growth habit: Upright annual
• Light: Full sun to partial sun
• Product format: Seed packet with a separately listed bulk option

Sowing and growing

• Soil temperature: 55–65°F
• Planting depth: 1/4 inch
• Germination: Approximately 7–15 days
• Spacing after thinning: 6–8 inches
• Recorded maturity range: 30–65 days

Cilantro generally performs best in cool conditions and can bolt as days become warmer or longer. Use successive small sowings when a longer leaf harvest is desired. Keep the seedbed from drying during germination without leaving it saturated. Review the current packet for seed count, exact spacing, maturity, and any lot-specific instructions.

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