Coriander Green Aroma - Desi Vegetable Seeds
Specifications
| Family |
Apiaceae |
| Native region |
Mediterranean and Southwest Asia |
| Mature height |
30-50 cm |
| Growth rate |
Fast |
Care guide
| Sunlight |
Partial to full sun (3-5 hours; light shade in peak summer) |
| Watering |
Keep soil evenly moist; water lightly daily in warm weather |
| Soil / mix |
Loose, well-drained loamy soil rich in organic matter |
| Fertilizer |
Light dose of compost or liquid organic feed every 2-3 weeks |
| Difficulty |
Easy |
Uses
<p>Fresh leaves are the classic garnish for curries, dals, chutneys and chaats, while the dried seeds are ground into a core spice for Indian masalas. Coriander also aids digestion and is valued in home remedies.</p>
Growing tips
<p>Gently crush the round seeds into two halves to speed germination, then <strong>soak overnight</strong>. Sow about 1 cm deep, spacing seeds 5-8 cm apart, and keep moist. Germination takes <strong>7-14 days</strong>. Coriander is best <em>direct sown</em> as it dislikes transplanting. Snip leaves from 30-40 days; let plants flower and dry for seeds at around 90-100 days.</p>