Cilantro, also known as coriander or Chinese parsley, is a traditional Mediterranean herb widely used in Tex-Mex, Asian, and other ethnic cuisines around the world. Easy to grow and highly productive during cool weather, cilantro is valued for its fresh, aromatic foliage and its ability to reseed naturally in Texas gardens.

Exposure: Full sun (at least 8 hours of direct sunlight daily)

Height: 12 to 24 inches

Plant type: Cool-season annual herb

Planting time: Late winter to early spring and again in fall (September to October)

Soil type: Rich, well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0 to 7.0

Suggested uses: Fresh salsa, charro beans, soups, salads, sauces, ethnic dishes, herb gardens, vegetable gardens, and container gardening.

Special notes: Cilantro performs best during cool weather and quickly bolts to seed when temperatures become hot. Plants tolerate light frosts but not hard freezes. Direct seed or transplant into garden beds or large containers and space plants about 4 inches apart. Regular harvesting and removal of flower stalks encourages continued production of tender leaves. Cilantro is relatively pest free and matures quickly, often ready for harvest within 35 to 45 days after sowing. If allowed to flower and set seed in spring, plants frequently reseed themselves and produce a volunteer crop when cooler fall weather returns. Regular fertilization and consistent moisture promote vigorous growth and high-quality foliage. 

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