Leisure Cilantro Seeds

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How to Grow Leisure Cilantro Seeds

Direct sow in the spring through the late summer. Re-seed every two to three weeks for continuous harvest. Slow to bolt. This variety is great for milder climates. Cilantro will go to seed quickly in hot weather conditions. Seed in fertile, well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist and be sure to not over-water. If you desire the plant to grow after being harvested, cut the top 1/3 or so of leaves and allow them to grow back.

Harvesting Leisure Cilantro

Cilantro is able to be harvested as soon as the leaves appear. This variety should be ready for harvest after just a few weeks and are good to go until flowering begins. Immature seeds are sweet and fresh and mature seeds are produced three months after planting and should be harvested when dry on the vine.

Culinary Tips

The culinary uses of cilantro are varied. It can be used as a garnish on almost any plate. Consider adding fresh cilantro to your Bloody Mary mix. It is an essential ingredient in salsa’s and many Mexican and Asian dishes. Cilantro is high in nutritional value and flavor, will compliment meat, fish and poultry, noodles and soups.

Seeds Per Package:

• 2 g packet - Approximately 70b Seeds
• 1 oz packet - Approximately 2,000 Seeds
• 4 oz - Approximately 8,000 Seeds
• 1 lb - Approximately 32,000 Seeds
• 5 lb - Approximately 160,000 Seeds
• 25 lb - Approximately 800,000 Seeds