36 - Cilantro
Varieties
- Santo
Growing Conditions
Mulch Type
Propagation
Life cycle
Soil block size
Seed germination temperature
Heat mat temp
Cool germination details
Culture and fertilization requirements
The appropriate temperature for good germination is 65–70°F (18–21°C). Keep soil consistently moist until plants emerge; normally in 7–10 days. Do not thin plants if you are growing for fresh leaf production; cilantro continues to grow well even when sown thickly and harvesting goes faster when plants grow in bunches.
Cilantro is a cool-season crop that does best at temperatures between 50 and 85 degrees F
Succession interval - maximum
Harvesting details
Harvestable at every stage. Leaves may be harvested once the plants have become established and before flowering begins. The immature seeds are sweet and fresh and can be harvested after they form on the flowers, until they become brown and dry. Mature seeds are produced about 3 months after planting and are harvested when dry on the plant.
Current Seed Start & Transplant Dates
Note: Seed starting and transplant dates do not always correlate one to one with dates shown below. Note correct start and expected transplant dates on the tag of the tray for seed germination. Adjust dates with plant tags on a yearly basis if necessary. 8 ounces of fertilizer is about 1 cup. Consider Sustane various NPK and Alfalfa Meal or Blood Meal for nitrogen.
| Seed Start to Transplant Days | 14 |
| Days to Maturity after Transplant | 24 |
| Days to Maturity Total | 50-55 to leaf harvest; 90-105 to seed |
| Succession Interval | 6 weeks |
| Number of Plantings per Season | 2 Spring | 2 Fall |
| Number of Transplants per Plant Date | 27 |
| Square Feet of Bed Space per Plant Date | 3 |
| Linear Feet of Bed Space per Plant Date | 1 |
| Spring Expected Harvest Date Range | 03/31 to 06/10 |
| Fall Expected Harvest Date Range | 09/22 to 12/31 |
Athens
Franklin
Transplant Details: 4" - or 9 plants per square foot
Direct Sow Dates ( if any )
Direct Sow Details: 1/4- 1/2" deep, 1/4- 1/2" apart in rows at least 3" apart