Santo

Cilantro

Zone 1a Save Garden

🌱 45d to harvest Upright

Fragrant from the first tender leaves, Santo cilantro unfurls with a clean, bright aroma that turns especially vivid as plants ma…

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Direct Sow
Last Frost	Jun 15th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Jun 15th
Harvest Begins	Jul 30th
Harvest Ends	Jul 15th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	45
Sun Requirements	Part Sun
Growth Habit	Upright
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	70
Min Soil Temp (°F)	45
Min Night Temp (°F)	35
Harden Off (days)	Not Required

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Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease commonly affects Spinacia oleracea (spinach) and how can I manage it at home?

Watch for downy mildew in cool, humid weather—look for pale yellow patches on top and grayish growth underneath. Improve airflow, water at the soil (not the leaves), and remove infected plants early to slow spread. If mildew keeps returning, switch to a resistant planting spot and avoid replanting spinach in the same bed for at least 2 years.

How often should I water Spinacia oleracea during its main growth phase?

Keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy from sprouting through harvest—spinach wilts quickly when the top few inches dry out. In typical home beds, this often means watering 1–2 times per week, increasing to more during warm, windy periods. Use a soil check: if the top 1 inch feels dry, water deeply until the root zone is evenly moist.

How do I know when Spinacia oleracea is ready to harvest?

Harvest around 40–50 days after sowing when leaves reach usable size (often 4–6 inches) and the plant is still leafy—not bolting. For cut-and-come-again, snip outer leaves with scissors, leaving the center growing point intact, and you can harvest multiple times over 2–3 weeks. Once you see flower stalks forming, stop harvesting tender leaves and remove the plant.

Fragrant from the first tender leaves, Santo cilantro unfurls with a clean, bright aroma that turns especially vivid as plants mature in about 45 days. The foliage is finely divided and vividly green, with a crisp, delicate texture that holds its character for fresh use and for finishing sauces, salsas, and pickling blends. Grow Santo for a garden-to-bowl herb that feels luminous—soft to the touch, bold on the palate, and wonderfully aromatic.

Sowing Tips

Transplant Conditions

Wait until soil reaches 45°F and nights stay above 35°F before moving outdoors.

Expert Note

For best leaf yield and slower bolting, keep cilantro cool (afternoon shade in warm zones) and sow in small successions every 2–3 weeks.