Cruiser Monogerm – Cilantro/Coriander Seed

New! Split seeds, bolt-resistant variety.
Split seeds for precise planting. Whole cilantro "seeds" are typically fruits that contain 2 or more seeds. These monogerm seeds have been split in half, allowing for more precise planting. Flavor is of mild cilantro. Compared to Calypso, Cruiser has a tidier, more upright plant habit and similar, excellent bolt resistance. Large leaves and sturdy stems make it an ideal bunching variety for fresh market sales. Utility Patent 9,363,958. Avg. 5,200 seeds/oz. Packet: 200 seeds.
DAYS TO GERMINATION: 7-10 days at 65-70°F (18-21°C)
SOWING: Direct seed (recommended) – Direct seed spring through late summer. Sow 1/4- 1/2" deep, 1/4- 1/2" apart in rows at least 3" apart. For leaf harvest, there is no need to thin, as cilantro continues to grow well even when sown thickly. For coriander seed production, thin to stand 2-4" apart. Successive sowings can be done every 2-3 weeks for continual harvest of leaves.
LIGHT PREFERENCE: Sun. In most locations, bolting is likely in the heat of midsummer.
PLANT HEIGHT: 12-18".
PLANT SPACING: 1/4- 1/2".
HARDINESS ZONES: Annual.
HARVEST: Harvestable at every stage. Leaves may be harvested once the plants have become established and before flowering begins. The immature seeds are sweet and fresh and can be harvested after they form on the flowers, until they become brown and dry. Mature seeds are produced about 3 months after planting and are harvested when dry on the plant.
SOIL REQUIREMENTS: Does best in rich, well-drained soil.
SCIENTIFIC NAME: Coriandrum sativum