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Coriander, Cilantro, Chinese Parsley 'Slow-Bolt'

Coriandrumsativum

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Coriandrum sativum by RosemaryA
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Family
Apiaceae (ay-pee-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Coriandrum (kor-ee-AN-drum)
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Species
sativum (sa-TEE-vum)
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Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Shiny/Glossy
Height
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Spacing
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)
12-15 in. (30-38 cm)
15-18 in. (38-45 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger
N/A
Bloom Color
White/Near White
Bloom Time
N/A
Other Details
Category
Herbs
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color

Unknown - Tell us

Where to Grow

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Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size

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Other details

Unknown - Tell us

Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information
Non-patented
Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Self-sows freely; deadhead if you do not want volunteer seedlings next season
Seed Collecting
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Anchorage, Alaska

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RosemaryA
Toronto, ON (Zone 5b) | June 2009 | positive

Easy and delicious. Self-sows readily.

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