Cruiser

Cilantro

35d to harvest

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.

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Direct Sow
Last Frost	Apr 1st
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Apr 1st
Harvest Begins	May 6th
Harvest Ends	Nov 5th

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.