Large Leaf Cilantro (Coriandrum sativum) is a leafy annual herb prized in ornamental gardens for its lush green foliage and delicately clustered white flowers. The fine, airy blooms support visiting pollinators, while its leafy growth adds soft texture to containers, raised beds, and border plantings. This fast-growing herb is ideal for warm seasons and thrives in sunny garden spaces.

Features

• Dense green foliage with soft, leafy texture
• White clustered blooms attract bees and beneficial insects
• Fast-growing annual for beds, borders, and containers
• Excellent for decorative herb gardens and pollinator landscapes
• Non-GMO Coriandrum sativum large-leaf variety

Specifications

• Common Name: Large Leaf Cilantro
• Scientific Name: Coriandrum sativum
• Plant Type: Annual herbaceous plant
• USDA Zones: 3–11 (grown as annual)
• Foliage: Broad, leafy green texture
• Flower Color: White clusters
• Bloom Season: Late spring to summer
• Height: 12–24 inches
• Spread: 8–12 inches
• Growth Habit: Upright, leafy, branching
• Heirloom: Yes
• GMO Status: Non-GMO
• Organic: Not certified organic
• Light Requirements: Full sun to light partial shade
• Soil Preference: Well-drained, loamy to sandy soils
• Water Needs: Moderate, avoid soggy soil
• Pollinator Value: Supports bees & beneficial insects
• Maintenance Level: Low
• Plant Spacing: 6–12 inches
• Seed Viability: 2–3 years stored cool & dry

Planting Guide

• Direct sow for best results once frost has passed or sow in early spring.
• Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep in well-drained soil.
• Keep soil lightly moist until germination (10–20 days).
• Choose full sun or light shade in hot climates.
• Thin seedlings to 6–12 inches for larger plants.
• Water moderately; allow soil to lightly dry between watering.
• Allow some flowers to mature for pollinator support and possible reseeding.