Coriandrum sativum 'Cruiser' (Cruiser Coriander or Cilantro)


Botanical Information

FamilyApiaceae
GenusCoriandrum
Speciessativum
Cultivar'Cruiser'
CategoryAnnuals
Ethnobotanical Uses
Disclaimer
Used as a herb in many culinary dishes.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone10b
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness ZoneRequires cool season protection under glass.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH2
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)4
Temperature (°F)40

Description and Growing Information

LandscapeBorders, herb and vegetable gardens.
PropagationSow from February to September at 15-18°C. If sown indoors, place seeds in 7 cm deep pots, 1 cm deep. Seedlings should appear within 1 week to 10 days, after 1 month of sowing, plant in permanent positions. If sown outside, plant 1 cm deep in rows, 30 cm apart.
CultivationWell drained soil in full sun to partial shade.
HabitatHorticultural origin.

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