Coriander
Coriandrum sativum · Family Apiaceae
Also known as: cilantro, chinese parsley, coriandrum
- Light
- Full sun
- Watering
- Every 2 days
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Pet-safe
- No, keep it away from cats and dogs
Care
Where to put it
A sunny windowsill or patio pot, ideally in spring or early autumn.
Light
Full sun, though a little shade in hot spells slows bolting.
Watering
Keep the compost moist; drying out makes it run to seed.
About the plant
Coriander is essential in the cooking of north-east Brazil, Mexico and Asia. The leaves and seeds have different flavours. It has a short life cycle and tends to bolt quickly in the heat.
Origin
Native to the Mediterranean region and western Asia, in open, sunny areas.
What it likes
- Full sun
- Moist, free-draining compost
- Successional sowing
What it dislikes
- Transplanting
- Excessive heat
- Dry compost
Did you know?
Some people find coriander tastes of soap because of a genetic variation in their sense of smell.
