Indian coriander arranged on a white background.
An extreme close-up of Indian Coriander blooms and seeds on brown background.
Hands holding some freshly harvested Indian Coriander in a garden at Baker Creek.
Indian Coriander stems loaded with blooms and coriander seeds arranged in a yellow glass vase.
Indian Coriander seeds with a couple of wooden elephants and money from India on a yellow background.
Indian Coriander blooms, leaves and seeds at various stages of maturity on a wooden background.
Indian coriander arranged on a white background.
An extreme close-up of Indian Coriander blooms and seeds on brown background.
Hands holding some freshly harvested Indian Coriander in a garden at Baker Creek.
Indian Coriander stems loaded with blooms and coriander seeds arranged in a yellow glass vase.
Indian Coriander seeds with a couple of wooden elephants and money from India on a yellow background.
Indian Coriander blooms, leaves and seeds at various stages of maturity on a wooden background.

Coriander Seeds,
Indian

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Description

(Coriandrum sativum). This one feels like stepping into a spice market—bright, fragrant, and alive with flavor. Indian coriander grows quickly and comes on strong, with deeply scented leaves that carry that signature citrus lift into chutneys, curries, and fresh garnishes. Cut it often and it keeps giving; let it flower and you’re rewarded with tender green seeds, a prized ingredient in Indian kitchens where they’re used fresh for a softer, brighter coriander flavor. Whether grown as microgreens or full plants, it’s a lively, generous herb that brings both energy and tradition into the garden and onto the plate.

Plant Details

Botanical Name
Coriandrum sativum
Life Cycle
Annual
Sun Requirement
4–6 hr.
Days to Germinate
7–10
Days to Maturity
45
Planting Depth
¼–½ in.
Plant Spacing
4–6 in.
Ideal Temperature
60–80°F
Frost Hardy
Yes

Growing Guide

When to Grow

Indian coriander grows best in cooler temperatures and is best planted in early spring, 3-4 weeks before the last frost. In regions with mild winters, it can also be planted later. The ideal temperature range for coriander growth is between 60-80 F. Be careful with the heat of summer, as the plant tends to bolt, meaning it will quickly flower and produce seeds, leading to a decline in leaf production​.

How to Sow and Plant

  • Seeds germinate in 7-14 days.
  • Plant 1/4-1/2 inch deep.
  • Direct sow from spring, after last frost, until fall.
  • Ideal germination temperature is 65-70 F.

How to Grow

  • Plants prefer full sun to part shade.
  • A cool weather-loving plan, it will bolt in the intense heat of summer.
  • Space plants 1-2 inches apart.
  • Keep plants consistently watered.
  • Succession sow every 2-3 weeks to keep a steady supply through the season.

PESTS/SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS

  • A fairly pest-free plant, beet army worm and cabbage looper can sometimes damage plants.
  • Use Bt to combat these pests.

How to Save Seeds

Plants will readily self-seed in the garden. It is very easy to save seeds of cilantro as the plants so easily go to seed. Simply allow seeds to dry on the plant, shake the seeds loose, and store them in a cool, dry, dark location. The seeds, often called coriander, are also used in cooking.

FAQ

How do I keep Indian coriander from bolting?

Cut the dark green leaves regularly, which is how this fast growing variety is held back from running to seed, and keep plants consistently watered. Indian coriander is a cool weather plant that will bolt in the intense heat of summer. Succession sow every 2 to 3 weeks to keep a steady supply through the season.

How deep and how far apart should I sow Indian coriander?

Direct sow 1/4 to 1/2 inch deep, any time from spring after the last frost through fall, at an ideal germination temperature of 65-70 F. Seeds sprout in 7 to 10 days and leaves are ready at about 45 days. Thin to roughly 4 to 6 inches apart in full sun to part shade.

Can I harvest the Indian coriander seed as well as the leaves?

Yes. Once the plant has bolted, the seeds are a must in Indian dishes and are especially good used still green and tender. The leaves themselves are highly scented, with a citrus top note.

Customer reviews

5 / 5 3 Reviews

What gardeners are saying

  • Tastes like home: The flavor of South Asian cilantro, unlike local hybrids.

  • Grows like cilantro: Leaf harvest in about 50 days, bolting no sooner than others.

  • Heavy seed set: A prolific producer of coriander seed at around 110 days.

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