Whether youre growing herbs for leaves or seeds, youll find all thecilantroharvesting tips you need below.
To get the best tasting cilantro leaves, harvest cilantro in the morning before the plant starts to flower.
Most gardenersuse cilantro as a cut-and-come-again herbin their culinary gardens and harvest stems and leaves as needed for recipes.
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However, plants should be harvested in their entirely before they bolt or are damaged byfall frosts.
Small harvests of cilantro can be taken every few days without compromising the health of the plants.
But bolting can be a good thing if you want to harvest coriander seeds.
Because fresh cilantro wilts quickly, its best to eat cilantro as soon as possible after harvesting.
Store the glass in the fridge and replace the water daily to keep everything fresh.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Edible cilantro flowers also make delightful salad toppers and theyattract beneficial insectsfor natural pest control.
Cilantro can be tricky to grow because it does not handle heat well.
