Light
Bright indirect to bright light
AtHomeGrower Plant Facts
Cilantro
Coriandrum sativum
A fast-growing kitchen herb with soft green leaves for bright windowsills and small herb planters.
Soil mixture
Light, fertile herb mix
Soil moisture
Keep evenly moist
When to harvest or prune
Pinch or trim regularly to keep growth compact and productive. Avoid removing more than one third of the plant at once.
Fertilizer
Feed lightly during active growth; herbs usually taste better when not over-fertilized.
Plant Diagnoser notes
Watch for yellowing leaves, brown tips, weak growth, pest residue, and soil that stays wet too long. Match symptoms against watering, light, soil drainage, airflow, and pest pressure.
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