Question
I love cilantro. Can I grow it outside in winter here in Marin? In a sunny spot or a shady one? It's my new favorite flavor but I wonder if I need to wait until spring to plant it. Thank you for whatever light you can shed.
Elizabeth
Marin
Answer
You can grow Cilantro through the winter. Choose the sunniest location you can either in the ground or a pot. Be aware that it will go to seed as soon as temperatures increase in the spring. Replant cilantro in early spring to carry you into summer. The pollen of the bolting cilantro is a good food source for beneficial insects. They will pollinate it for you and the seed harvested can be used (coriander) or replanted.
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