Slow Bolt Coriander – 50 Seeds

Slow Bolt Coriander Seeds. Coriandrum sativum This variety is slow to bolt and best suited for growing fresh leaves. Annual growing to 50cm. Also known as “Chinese parsley” and “Cilantro”.

Slow Bolt Coriander Culinary Uses

• The fresh leaves of the coriander herb is an ingredient in many South Asian foods (Indian, Chinese, Thai & Burmese dishes).
• The dried seeds are also used as a spice in either whole or grounded powder format.

Growing Slow Bolt Coriander

Indoor Sowing: Spring.

Direct Sowing: Spring and Autumn.

• Seeds can be started in well-prepared soil outdoors or sown in pots filled with multi-purpose compost in spring.
• Sow the coriander seeds thinly and cover lightly.
• Germination will usually take between 7-20 days.
• Sow every three or four weeks for a constant supply of leaves.
• Leave the coriander growing until it is at least 5 cm tall. At this time, thin the coriander to be about 7.6-10 cm apart.
• It is best to grow coriander in crowded conditions because the leaves will shade the roots and help to keep the plant from bolting in hot weather.
• Keep soil and compost damp, but avoid over-watering. Dry soil or compost can cause plants to bolt or flower prematurely.