Herb
Cilantro
Coriandrum sativum
Varieties We Carry
StandardCoriandrum sativum
Sizes & Pricing
4 inFrom$3.50
Seed PackFrom$2.99
Fresh this week. Last restocked Jun 25.
LightFull Sun, Part Sun
WaterModerate
Mature size1-2 feet × 0.5-1 feet
About Cilantro
Cilantro (Coriandrum sativum) is a fast-growing cool-season annual herb grown for its fresh, pungent leaves (cilantro) and aromatic seeds (coriander). In NE Florida, sow from September through February for best results; warm spring temperatures trigger bolting. Successive sowings every few weeks extend harvest through winter and early spring. Starting at $3.50.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Winter, Spring
- Flower Color
- White, Pink
- Growth Rate
- Fast
- Foliage
- Annual
- Soil
- Loam, Sandy, Well-drained
Best planting months
Recommended forZone 9b · St. Augustine, FL
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Seasonal care
Bloom season. New foliage emerges. Good planting window.
Active growing season.
Foliage may begin to change or drop. Ideal planting window.
Dormant — drops foliage.
Care essentials
Light
Grow in full sun to part shade. In NE Florida, cilantro is a cool-season crop planted September through February; afternoon shade can extend the harvest window by slowing bolting as temperatures warm in late winter.
Water
Keep soil consistently moist but well-drained. Water regularly — about 1 inch per week — and avoid letting the soil dry out completely, which accelerates bolting. Mulch lightly to retain soil moisture.
Soil & Fertilizer
Prefers rich, well-drained soil with good organic matter. Amend NE Florida sandy soils with compost before planting. A light application of balanced vegetable fertilizer at planting is sufficient; heavy feeding is unnecessary.
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Common questions
Is Cilantro a good plant for St. Augustine?
Cilantro is a herb for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 1-2 feet × 0.5-1 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed March 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.