Starke Ayres Coriander (also known as dhania or cilantro) is a popular culinary herb grown for both its fresh green leaves and its dried seeds (coriander spice). It is an easy-to-grow annual that performs well in home gardens, containers and small-scale production.
Type: Annual culinary herb
Flavour: Strong, aromatic leaves with a distinctive citrusy, spicy taste; seeds have a warm, nutty aroma
Uses: Fresh leaves for salads, garnishes, chutneys, curries and soups; seeds used as a spice in cooking and baking
Growth habit: Compact to upright plants suitable for beds or pots
Fast-growing and quick to harvest
Dual-purpose (leaves and seeds)
Suitable for year-round sowing in many regions
Attractive in herb gardens and mixed plantings
Easy for beginners and experienced gardeners alike
Germination: 14–21 days
Maturity (leaf harvest): 35–40 days from sowing
Sowing depth: Approximately 1 cm
Spacing: 5–10 cm between plants; rows 30–35 cm apart
Position: Full sun (can tolerate light shade in very hot weather)
Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil; keep evenly moist
Tip: Sow small batches regularly (successional sowing) because plants tend to bolt (run to seed) quickly in hot conditions
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