Coriander/Cilantro
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Also known as Chinese Parsley, Coriander and Cilantro refer to the same genus: Coriandrum sativum, a member of the Parsley family. Coriander typically refers to the seed and Cilantro typically refers to the leaves and stems. Immensely popular in Mexican, Thai and Indian cuisines, its fresh, somewhat pungent flavor brings alive salsa, cold cucumber soup, bruschetta, ceviche and summer grill marinades. Substitute some Cilantro for Basil leaves in pesto. Sauté it briefly and puree it in rich bean or complex cream sauces. Or puree it with roasted red bell peppers, chunks of ripe avocado, mayonnaise, lime juice, lime zest and herbs for a colorful, zesty sandwich spread or a crudite dip. It prefers to be direct-sown into the garden after the last frost date in moderately fertile soil. Keep evenly moist and harvest regularly with scissors. Height: 18” to 24”. (OP.)
Average seed life: 1 year
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#6140 Caribe Coriander/Cilantro
Caribe is an improved variety prized for its bolt-resistance
and tolerance of summer heat allowing it to last longer in
the garden.
Packet of 150 Seeds / $2.95
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#6145 Delfino Coriander/Cilantro
The fern-leaf Delfino appears to be a cross between
Cilantro and Dill with feathery, serrated blue-green foliage
atop slender stems. It is also slow to bolt, allowing it to
last a bit longer in the garden.
Packet of 150 Seeds / $2.95
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