{"product_id":"cilantro","title":"Cilantro","description":"\u003cp\u003eA versatile, fast-growing herb that produces fragrant, dark green leaves commonly used in Latin American, Indian, and Asian dishes. While the fresh leaves (cilantro) are prized for their bright, citrusy flavour, the mature seeds (coriander) develop a warm, nutty aroma and can be dried for spice blends or saved for future planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cool-season herb thrives in spring and autumn, as it bolts quickly in hot weather. Regular harvesting prolongs leaf production, but allowing some plants to flower and set seed ensures a continuous supply of coriander for cooking or future planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere Can You Grow Cilantro?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCilantro thrives in \u003cstrong\u003eZones 3-9\u003c\/strong\u003e, preferring \u003cstrong\u003efull sun to partial shade\u003c\/strong\u003e and well-drained soil. It grows well in \u003cstrong\u003egarden beds, raised beds, and containers\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it an excellent herb for home gardens and patios.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Historical Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCilantro has been cultivated for thousands of years and is one of the oldest known culinary herbs. Native to regions of Southern Europe, North Africa, and Asia, it has long been valued for its culinary, medicinal, and aromatic properties. Cilantro remains a key ingredient in salsas, curries, chutneys, and spice blends across the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCanadian Zone Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZones 8-9:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct sow in autumn or early spring for extended harvests.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZones 5-7:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow seeds in early spring and again in late summer for best results.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZones 3-4:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct sow after the last frost and provide light shade in summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/7841\/5473\/files\/Plant_Hardiness.png?v=1734491528\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Grow and Harvest Cilantro\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow seeds \u003cstrong\u003e1cm (1\/2in) deep\u003c\/strong\u003e, spacing plants \u003cstrong\u003e10-15cm (4-6in) apart\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep soil \u003cstrong\u003econsistently moist\u003c\/strong\u003e but avoid waterlogging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePick \u003cstrong\u003eyoung leaves regularly\u003c\/strong\u003e for best flavour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow plants to bolt for seed production (coriander).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBolting Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grow in \u003cstrong\u003ecooler weather\u003c\/strong\u003e or partial shade in summer to \u003cstrong\u003eslow bolting\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSeed Saving Tips for Future Supply\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAllow Plants to Flower:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cilantro will produce tall flower stalks with delicate white blooms before setting seeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest Seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Once the seed heads turn brown and dry, cut them and allow further drying in a well-ventilated area.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThresh and Clean:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gently rub seed heads to release coriander seeds, removing any debris.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStore:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store dried seeds in an \u003cstrong\u003eairtight container\u003c\/strong\u003e in a cool, dark place. Properly stored seeds remain viable for \u003cstrong\u003eup to 5 years\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertified Organic By\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIslands Organics Producers Association (Cert#1962)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Metchosin Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48811181015282,"sku":"MF-HERB-008","price":4.76,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/4106\/0082\/files\/Cilantro-1-scaled_5a725076-fe8a-4bdb-aaad-0874cac9935e.jpg?v=1772481888","url":"https:\/\/homeandwell.ca\/products\/cilantro","provider":"Home \u0026 Well ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}