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Long Standing Santo Cilantro/Coriander Seeds
Long Standing Santo Cilantro/Coriander Seeds
Coriandrum sativum
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Product Details
Product Details
Also called Chinese parsley, cilantro has a thousand uses in the kitchen. 'Long Standing Santo' in particular has excellent flavor, improved leafiness and, as the name infers, it is slow to bolt. Add a sprig to chicken soup or add chopped leaves to Mexican, Caribbean, or Asian dishes. The crushed seeds add intriguing flavor to stews, beans, and cookies. Can be grown indoors for fresh cilantro leaves year-round. Cilantro grows best in cool temperatures.
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- Variety Info
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Variety Info
Family: Apiaceae
Native: Mediterranean region
Hardiness: Annual
Exposure: Full sun to part shade
Plant Dimensions: 12"–24" tall, 6"–12" wide
Variety Info: Long Standing Santo' has excellent flavor, improved leafiness and when hot weather arrives, is slower to bolt (prematurely go to seed) than other varieties.
Attributes: Good for Containers, Attracts Beneficial Insects
Sowing Info
When to Sow Outside: RECOMMENDED. 1 to 2 weeks before your average last frost date, and when soil temperature is 55°–68°F. Successive Sowings: Every 3 weeks until 4 weeks before your average first fall frost date. In mid climates, best sown in fall for winter harvest.
When to Start Inside: Not recommended; transplant stress may cause bolting (premature flowering).
Days to Emerge: 10–15 days
Seed Depth: ½"
Seed Spacing: A group of 3 seeds every 6"
Row Spacing: 8"
Thinning: Not required
Growing Info
Harvesting: Foliage flavor is best before the leaves turn feathery and plants begin to flower. Seeds should be harvested after they begin to turn brown and when the outer coat cracks, but before they drop off the plant and scatter. Cut stem and place in a brown paper sack to collect the seeds. Rubbing the seeds will cause the outer shell to drop off.
- Merideth G.TX, United StatesVerified ReviewerRated 5 out of 5 starsMar 14, 2026Delicious
These turned out great! So much more flavorful than storebought, it's hard to explain. The leaves were vibrant and even tasty when whole and unchopped.
The pic actually doesn't do it full justice because I had just harvested a bunch.
I scattered about 10 seeds in a 6 in plastic pot. I actually planted these like 2 months too early, then after a frost and when temps started hitting 70 highs they sprouted and went crazy. Honestly looking forward to bolting so I can save some seeds for next season lol.
Which best describes you as a gardener? BeginnerWho do you grow for? YourselfHow do you prefer to grow? ContainerEGEpic GardeningMar 15, 2026Hey Merideth,
Wow, what an amazing growing experience with our Long Standing Santo Cilantro/Coriander Seeds! There's truly nothing like fresh homegrown cilantro! We love that even after what seemed like a rough start with the early planting and frost, your cilantro bounced back and went absolutely crazy once the temps hit 70! It's awesome that you're looking forward to bolting for seed saving - that's the mark of a true gardener right there! Thank you for choosing us and for sharing this wonderful success story with us. Keep on growing 🌻️
- Davia C.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsFeb 11, 20255 Stars
I had great germination on this cilantro and the flavour is unmatched.
- Kayla G.Rated 5 out of 5 starsJul 4, 20245 Stars
A must have! Will repurchase :)
Which best describes you as a gardener? Beginner - Esther R.Rated 5 out of 5 starsMay 25, 20245 Stars
These seeds germinated real fast and grew very well here (zone 10a). We’ve already eaten a bunch of it and we still have plenty.
- Hilary P.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsMar 3, 2026Fast growers
This is some fast growing cilantro! Potted up and hardened off in just about a month. Succession planting for sure, and lots of extras for the neighbors.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateEGEpic GardeningMar 6, 2026Hey Hilary,
We love to hear your Long Standing Santo Cilantro/Coriander Seeds are doiong so well! A month from seed to hardened off plants is fantastic timing. How nice that you have so much you can share extras with the neighbors - that's the best kind of problem to have! There's nothing quite like fresh cilantro from your own garden. Thank you for choosing us and for sharing this wonderful growing success with us. Keep on growing 🌻️
