Crop guide / Herb

How to grow
Cilantro.

A cool-season herb best grown in small repeat sowings.

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Seasoncool
Sun3–6 hours
Plant spacing6 in
Container depth8 in

Start here

Sow a small batch directly in cool soil.

Keep it going

Succession sow every two weeks instead of planting all at once.

Layout notes

Plan for the whole plant.

Leave about 12 inches between rows. The listed spacing is a starter distance for common varieties, so check seed packets or plant labels if your cultivar says otherwise.

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Practical nearby crops

Good starter neighbors for cilantro.

Leafy greenLettuceA quick cool-season crop that is forgiving in beds and containers.Leafy greenSpinachA fast cool-season green that prefers mild weather.Root vegetableRadishesFast roots make radishes a satisfying first crop.

This page is a maintained starter guide, not a diagnosis or local planting-date guarantee. Check your local Extension service and plant label before making seasonal or treatment decisions.

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