Cilantro Is Ready To Harvest When It Reaches Six Inches Tall.

You can also use soil to grow cilantro in pots. Rows of cilantro plants should be at least a foot apart to provide good airflow. You can plant cilantro seeds at the beginning of april.

Although It Is A Small Sized Herb, Cilantro Needs A Wide Deep Container To Grow.

Set the container in a location that receives at least six hours of direct sunlight per day, and maintain a temperature between 60 and 70 degrees fahrenheit. For growing in containers, consider a premium bagged potting mix. Since the plant is prone to bolt in the summer, grow room temperatures should be kept at or below 75°f.

The Container Width Will Depend On How Many Cilantro Plants You Want To Grow In One Pot.

A good rule of thumb is to water the cilantro. The deep pot gives the cilantro roots enough space to grow for nutrients and moisture. The cooler you can keep the plant, the longer it will produce before bolting.

If You Grow It Outdoors, Cilantro Grows Best From Spring To Fall But, Indoors, You Can Grow It All Year Round.

Sow seeds 1/4 inches deep and place them at a bright spot. The seeds need to be well apart about 3 to 4 inches. Drill some drainage hole in your container before filling it with soil.

Choose A Container That Is At Least 18 Inches Wide And 12 Inches Deep.

Offer afternoon shade if you live in a warmer climate. Seeds should be planted about 1 to 2 inches apart and roughly 1/4 to 1/2 inch deep. The important thing is that the mixture has good drainage, and you can add some fertilizer if you want to make sure your cilantro seeds grow well.