Park Seed Longstanding Cilantro Seeds

Bolting is when a plant prematurely produces flowers and seeds, which often makes the leaves taste bitter. This variety is specifically bred to resist that process, giving you a significantly longer window to harvest fresh, flavorful leaves before the plant goes to seed.

Yes, this variety is dual-purpose. You can harvest the fresh leaves for cooking throughout the season, and if you let the plant continue to grow after it flowers, you can harvest the coriander seeds for drying and grinding.

This cilantro is a fast grower, reaching maturity in just 30 days. Because it is an annual, you can easily succession plant throughout the spring and fall to keep a steady supply coming.

Absolutely. With a mature height of 36 inches and a width of 12 inches, it fits well in pots or containers as long as they have adequate drainage and receive full sun.

Cilantro is a beneficial companion plant that attracts hoverflies and parasitic wasps, which are natural predators of common garden pests like aphids. Planting it near your vegetables can help create a more balanced ecosystem.

Cilantro thrives in normal, loamy soil that is kept moist but well-drained. Avoid heavy, waterlogged soils, as they can cause the roots to rot.