- Select a Suitable Location: Choose a spot in your garden with partial shade to full sun, ensuring well-draining soil and moderate temperatures.
- Prepare the Soil: Enhance soil with organic matter and maintain a pH level between 6.0 and 7.0 for optimal growth.
- Plant Cilantro Seeds: Sow seeds directly into the ground, spacing them 6 to 8 inches apart and covering them lightly with soil. Keep soil moist during germination.
- Water Regularly: Ensure soil remains consistently moist but not waterlogged. Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
- Fertilize Sparingly: Use a balanced fertilizer sparingly, avoiding excessive nitrogen to prevent overgrowth.
- Harvest Leaves: Harvest young leaves with clean scissors or shears, leaving inner leaves intact for continued growth. Harvest in the morning for best flavor.
- Manage Bolting: Prevent bolting by choosing slow-bolting varieties or planting in succession every 2 to 3 weeks. Utilize bolted plants for coriander seeds.
- Successive Plantings: Extend harvest by planting cilantro seeds in succession every few weeks, especially in containers or shaded areas during warmer months.
- Growing cilantro at home is a fulfilling journey, offering a continuous supply of fresh, citrusy flavor to enhance your culinary delights. Follow these steps for a successful harvest straight from your backyard.
