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Nov, 2016
By Sally Osgerby
Coriander
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Coriander Corriandrum Sativum is a hardy annual herb. The young leaves are often called ‘Cilantro’. Coriander is an annual herb, used for both its young leaves & the seeds. The seeds add an orangey flavour to meats.

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Coriander prefers light, well drained soil. It does not like damp, humid conditions, so should not be overwatered. Coriander grows well in slightly shaded areas, but prefers sun.

Sowing Coriander

  • Prepare the ground well

  • Rake to a fine tilth

  • Sow when danger of frost is past, outdoors where they are to grow

  • Sow thinly, in shallow rows 1cm (½in) deep in rows 30cm (12in) apart , and cover with compost.

Care of Coriander

  • Thin the seedlings to 5cm (2 in) apart. (if growing for leaves), or 23cm (9 in)apart if for seed.

  • Remove weeds regularly.

  • Height: 15-70cm (6-28in).

Using Coriander

  • Harvest the young leaves when they are 10cm hight and bright green.

  • Use the leaves of coriander in salads & curries. The seeds can be used in curries.

  • Cut the flower stems when they start to go brown. Place bunches of 6 heads in a paper bag and hang it upside down in warm, dry and airy place. Leave for 2 weeks and the seed will drop off

Growing coriander in containers

Use a container 20-30cm (8-12 in) wide and about 15cm (6 in) deep. Coriander grows well in a window box .

How to Grow Herbs for Cooking eBook

We have an eBook  on sale now which explains how to plant a herb garden or grow your own herbs for cooking.

At a cost of only £4.00 the How To Grow Herbs For Cooking eBook will provide you with information on coriander and many other herbs.

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