Coriandrum sativum 'Filtro' (Filtro Coriander or Cilantro)
Botanical Information
Family | Apiaceae |
Genus | Coriandrum |
Species | sativum |
Cultivar | 'Filtro' |
Category | Annuals |
Ethnobotanical Uses Disclaimer | Used as a herb in many culinary dishes. |
Details
USDA Hardiness Zone | 10b |
USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
Canadian Hardiness Zone | Requires cool season protection under glass. |
Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
RHS Hardiness Zone | H2 |
RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
Temperature (°C) | 4 |
Temperature (°F) | 40 |
Description and Growing Information
Landscape | Borders, herb and vegetable gardens. |
Propagation | Sow 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. |
Cultivation | Well drained soil in full sun to partial shade. |
Habitat | Horticultural origin. |
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