Coriander

With bright green, fern-textured stems, coriander holds its own in beds or pots, forming a clump of sturdy, flavourful stems. Every part of coriander promises a taste treat: spicy leaves, pungent seeds, and tangy roots. Most gardeners grow coriander for the foliage, which boasts a citrusy bite that enlivens Mexican and Thai cooking. You might see this herb called Chinese parsley.
Once flowers form, leaf flavour disappears. Pinch plants frequently to keep flowers at bay. Coriander tends to bloom as summer heat settles in; growing plants in partial shade and adding mulch can stave off flower shoots -- but not indefinitely. To ensure a season-long supply of leaves, sow seeds every 2-4 weeks. If plants set seed, dry seeds for use as coriander, and save a few for sowing. Allow flowers to drop seeds in the garden and you may be rewarded with a second crop.
Light:Sun,Part Sun
Plant Type:Annual,Herb
Plant Height:5-24 inches tall
Plant Width:4-10 inches wide
Bloom Time:Midsummer blooms
Landscape Uses:Containers,Beds & BordersSpecial Features:Flowers,Attractive Foliage,Fragrant,Dried Flowers,Attracts Birds,Attracts Butterflies,Easy to Grow