Coriander is a culinary herb used in both Asian and Central American cuisine. Its flavour is completely unique and many dishes wouldn’t be the same without this most fragrant herb.
Height: 30cm or 1ft Days to germination: 7-20 days
Sowing: Indoors in pots all year round in sunny warm position. Outdoors from late April/May to August. Be careful to not disturb the roots too much if/when transplanting. An easy fast grower once it takes root.
Light preference: Sunny but as the days get hotter coriander tends to bolt.
Soil requirements: Light, well-drained soil.
Spacing: 8”- 12”
Harvest: Keep cutting as needed. Bolts easily. Plant successionally every 3-4 weeks.
Wildlife Benefits: The delicate white flowers are a favourite food for hoverflies, lady bugs and other beneficial insects.
Coriander Seeds - Slow Bolt
Each seed packet is hand painted. Inside is a planting guide on recommended months to sow the seeds, transplant them out and then when they should be ready to harvest. I have added the wildlife benefits for growing sunflowers. The artwork can be cut out and sent as a postcard.
The packet is made from 100% post consumer manila card waste.