Cruiser

Family: Apiaceae Herb

Planting Schedule

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Aromatic from the first pinch—Cruiser cilantro unfurls with bright, clean fragrance and a lively, fresh-green charm.

Leaves are tender and finely divided, staying pleasantly crisp as plants mature, with a steady harvest window around 35 days. Ideal for fresh garnishes and vibrant flavor-forward mixes, Cruiser shines in salsas, chutneys, and herb-forward sauces, and it also lends its signature perfume to pickling blends.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 35 DaysHabit: Upright

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Cruiser Planting Dates by USDA Zone

Estimated US hardiness-zone windows for sow, transplant, and harvest. Enter a US ZIP above for exact local dates, or open a zone below.

Zone	Start Indoors	Sow / Transplant	Harvest
Zone 1a	Protected Environment Only
Zone 1b	Direct Sow	Jun 1st	Jul 6th – Aug 1st
Zone 2a	Direct Sow	May 25th	Jun 29th – Aug 29th
Zone 2b	Direct Sow	May 15th	Jun 19th – Aug 25th
Zone 3a	Direct Sow	May 15th	Jun 19th – Sep 1st
Zone 3b	Direct Sow	May 19th	Jun 23rd – Sep 21st
Zone 4a	Direct Sow	May 15th	Jun 19th – Sep 24th
Zone 4b	Direct Sow	May 13th	Jun 17th – Sep 27th
Zone 5a	Direct Sow	May 8th	Jun 12th – Sep 30th
Zone 5b	Direct Sow	May 4th	Jun 8th – Oct 5th
Zone 6a	Direct Sow	May 1st	Jun 5th – Oct 10th
Zone 6b	Direct Sow	Apr 25th	May 30th – Oct 16th
Zone 7a	Direct Sow	Apr 20th	May 25th – Oct 20th
Zone 7b	Direct Sow	Apr 10th	May 15th – Oct 28th
Zone 8a	Direct Sow	Apr 1st	May 6th – Nov 5th
Zone 8b	Direct Sow	Mar 23rd	Apr 27th – Nov 12th
Zone 9a	Direct Sow	Mar 6th	Apr 10th – Nov 26th
Zone 9b	Direct Sow	Feb 9th	Mar 16th – Dec 9th
Zone 10a	—	Oct 1st	Nov 5th – Feb 28th
Zone 10b	—	Oct 1st	Nov 5th – Feb 28th
Zone 11a	—	Oct 1st	Nov 5th – Feb 28th
Zone 11b	—	Oct 1st	Nov 5th – Feb 28th
Zone 12a	—	Oct 1st	Nov 5th – Feb 28th
Zone 12b	—	Oct 1st	Nov 5th – Feb 28th
Zone 13a	—	Oct 1st	Nov 5th – Feb 28th
Zone 13b	—	Oct 1st	Nov 5th – Feb 28th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	35
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Upright
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	70
Min Soil Temp (°F)	40
Min Night Temp (°F)	28
Harden Off (days)	Not Required

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Cruiser cilantro has that immediate, clean fragrance—use it late so the leaves stay snappy and the aroma doesn’t flatten. When you pair it with sharp acids like lime and garlic, it reads bright and green instead of grassy or soapy.

Best Uses

fresh cilantro chiffonade on tacos and grilled meats
stirring into salsa verde or pico for perfume and lift
folding into chutneys for a clean, aromatic finish
tossing into herb sauces where you want flavor without turning mushy

Flavor Profile

bright citrusy top-notes cooling herbaceous bite tender, finely divided leaves that stay crisp

Kitchen Pairings

lime garlic jalapeño avocado salted meats (like carnitas) Mexican crema/whipped yogurt

Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease commonly affects Coriandrum sativum (coriander) and how can I prevent it?

Coriander commonly gets fungal leaf spots in warm, humid weather, especially if the foliage stays wet. Water at the soil line and thin seedlings so air moves through the canopy, and remove any spotted leaves early to slow spread. If you see spreading spots, switch to watering only in the morning and consider a labeled copper-based fungicide for edible herbs, following the label directions.

How often should I water coriander during its main growing phase?

During active leaf growth (roughly the first half of the 35 days), keep the top 1 inch of soil consistently moist but not soggy. In practical terms, water deeply about 1–2 times per week depending on heat and rainfall, aiming for steady moisture rather than frequent light sprinkling. If plants dry out and then re-wet, coriander is more likely to bolt early, so maintain even moisture in full sun.

How do I know when Coriandrum sativum is ready to harvest?

For leaf (cilantro), start harvesting when plants are about 6–8 inches tall and have a good set of stems, typically around 30–35 days, snipping outer leaves first. For seed, harvest when the umbels turn tan and dry but aren’t fully crumbling yet; cut the stems and finish drying indoors before rubbing seeds free. If flowers are fully open and plants look leggy, leaf quality drops quickly, so prioritize leaf harvest before bolting.