Chinese Parsley Cilantro Coriander Dhania Santo Cilantro Slow-Bolt Cilantro
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Santo Cilantro is an open‑pollinated, often heirloom‑classified cilantro strain bred for commercial field production, valued for strong flavor, high yields, upright habit, and good resistance to bolting. It is used as a dual‑purpose crop for both fresh leafy cilantro and dried coriander seed, with leaves harvestable roughly 30–55 days from sowing and mature seed typically in around 3 months, depending on conditions
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Coriandrum sativum 'Santo' Cilantro
Coriandrum sativum 'Santo' Cilantro is a premium, fast-growing annual herb, prized as the industry standard for its broad, aromatic leaves and exceptional slow-bolting qualities. Growing to about 12 to 24 inches tall with a spread of 12 to 18 inches, this variety is perfect for kitchen gardens, raised beds, and container plantings where a reliable supply of fresh greens is essential. Unlike common cilantro varieties that go to seed quickly in warm weather, 'Santo' withstands heat longer, offering an extended harvest window of lush, flavorful foliage before eventually producing coriander seeds.
Culinary and Practical Uses
The fresh, citrusy leaves are indispensable in Mexican, Asian, and Caribbean cuisines, adding a bright, zesty finish to salsas, guacamoles, curries, and chutneys.
If allowed to bolt, the plant produces dried seeds known as Coriander, which have a warm, nutty, orange-like flavor perfect for baking, pickling, and spice rubs.
The flowers attract beneficial insects like syrphid flies and parasitic wasps, making it an excellent companion plant for pest management in the vegetable garden.
Characteristics
Foliage: Broad, celery-like lower leaves that are deeply serrated and bright green; 'Santo' is known for its heavy leaf yield and superior upright habit that keeps foliage clean.
Growth Habit:Fast-growing, upright annual that forms dense bunches; specifically bred to resist bolting (flowering) 10 to 14 days longer than other varieties.
Flowers: Produces delicate umbels of small white to pale pink blossoms in high heat or late maturity, which are highly attractive to pollinators and edible.
Seeds: Harvested after the flower heads turn brown and dry; the round, beige seeds (coriander) are easily collected for culinary spice use or saving for future planting.
Growing Requirements
Sun: Thrives in full sun to partial shade; afternoon shade is beneficial in hotter climates to further delay bolting and keep leaves tender.
Soil: Adapts to most soil types but prefers fertile, well-draining, loamy soil with a pH between 6.2 and 6.8.
Water: Requires consistent moisture; dry soil induces stress and causes the plant to bolt prematurely, so keep the soil evenly moist.
Spacing: Plant seeds or seedlings 2 to 4 inches apart in rows or blocks; dense planting helps shade the soil and keep roots cool.
Maintenance: Practice succession planting by sowing new seeds every 2 to 3 weeks for a continuous harvest; harvest leaves frequently to encourage new growth.
Shipping InfoSanto Cilantro seeds ship as fresh, high-quality, viable seeds that are carefully packaged for stability and protection from damage during transit. Prompt shipping supports reliable germination and seasonally appropriate planting.
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Low Temperature
15°F
High Temperature
85°F
Fragrant
Yes
Polinator Required
No
Polinator Friendly
Yes
Flower Color
Green
White
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil
Loamy, well-drained, fertile
Moisture
Moderate
Sun Exposure
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Mature Spread
12 – 18 inches
Mature Height
12 – 24 inches
Bloom Period
Late Spring to Summer
Pruning Time
Harvest leaves continuously once plants are 6 inches tall
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Lovely little guy-- impossible to find coral honeysuckle at my local nursery for whatever reason. I really appreciate that the Blossomdale staff kept it and nurtured it a little longer so it would be more robust for the trip. Can't wait to put it in the ground and watch it thrive :-) Will order from them again.
It was my very first plant I order online so I wasn’t sure what to expect but when it got here and in one piece and as long as it is I was shocked but very HAPPY.
It's doing really well. I will be transferring it to a bigger pot probably by the weekend. I wish I had a little more instructions on how to care for this variety, and what to do in the fall.
Package came delivered just like it said it would I pulled it out it looked good. I put it in some water for about a half hour and put it in my 30 gallon tub and I got three things to go with it.
Very healthy cutting. Followed the instructions and let it get acclimated to its new surroundings for a couple of weeks before repotting. Would not hesitate to purchase from this business again 😃
Plants arrived in great condition. This plant has only been in the ground about 10 days and is growing a lot. The plant cage is 12” tall so it’s doing well. I put guards around my new plants for a little while because I have bunnies who love tender young leaves.
I got 2 mystery plants (one indoor and one outdoor). The indoor was a pilea and the outdoor plant was a white blackberry. White blackberry was dramatic, but it’s making a comeback and the pilea is doing great!
Need to upgrade your packaging. I would suggest taping the plant in place in the cardboard tube on the count that it slid and smashed itself. Luckily, it's a strong plant and should recover. Hoping.for the best.
The plant arrived after a few delivery reroutes. It came with three leaves two so far are healthy one was dying and has since died. The two remaining leaves appear to be doing well.
Customer service here is second to none! Very very happy and already made another purchase. But anyway, I ordered 1 and they sent me 2 beautiful babies! I'm so excited to watch them grow!
This little guy came in perfect. Despite the cat knocking it over and being placed in the soup cup for safer keeping, it’s thriving and happy. Once it’s bigger then it will make its way outdoors.
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Chinese Parsley Cilantro Coriander Dhania Santo Cilantro Slow-Bolt Cilantro
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Price
Regular price
$3.99
Sale price
$3.99
Regular price
Unit price
/per
Available
Out of stock
Ships within
2 business days
Coriandrum sativum 'Santo' Cilantro
Coriandrum sativum 'Santo' Cilantro is a premium, fast-growing annual herb, prized as the industry standard for its broad, aromatic leaves and exceptional slow-bolting qualities. Growing to about 12 to 24 inches tall with a spread of 12 to 18 inches, this variety is perfect for kitchen gardens, raised beds, and container plantings where a reliable supply of fresh greens is essential. Unlike common cilantro varieties that go to seed quickly in warm weather, 'Santo' withstands heat longer, offering an extended harvest window of lush, flavorful foliage before eventually producing coriander seeds.
Culinary and Practical Uses
The fresh, citrusy leaves are indispensable in Mexican, Asian, and Caribbean cuisines, adding a bright, zesty finish to salsas, guacamoles, curries, and chutneys.
If allowed to bolt, the plant produces dried seeds known as Coriander, which have a warm, nutty, orange-like flavor perfect for baking, pickling, and spice rubs.
The flowers attract beneficial insects like syrphid flies and parasitic wasps, making it an excellent companion plant for pest management in the vegetable garden.
Characteristics
Foliage: Broad, celery-like lower leaves that are deeply serrated and bright green; 'Santo' is known for its heavy leaf yield and superior upright habit that keeps foliage clean.
Growth Habit:Fast-growing, upright annual that forms dense bunches; specifically bred to resist bolting (flowering) 10 to 14 days longer than other varieties.
Flowers: Produces delicate umbels of small white to pale pink blossoms in high heat or late maturity, which are highly attractive to pollinators and edible.
Seeds: Harvested after the flower heads turn brown and dry; the round, beige seeds (coriander) are easily collected for culinary spice use or saving for future planting.
Growing Requirements
Sun: Thrives in full sun to partial shade; afternoon shade is beneficial in hotter climates to further delay bolting and keep leaves tender.
Soil: Adapts to most soil types but prefers fertile, well-draining, loamy soil with a pH between 6.2 and 6.8.
Water: Requires consistent moisture; dry soil induces stress and causes the plant to bolt prematurely, so keep the soil evenly moist.
Spacing: Plant seeds or seedlings 2 to 4 inches apart in rows or blocks; dense planting helps shade the soil and keep roots cool.
Maintenance: Practice succession planting by sowing new seeds every 2 to 3 weeks for a continuous harvest; harvest leaves frequently to encourage new growth.
Shipping InfoSanto Cilantro seeds ship as fresh, high-quality, viable seeds that are carefully packaged for stability and protection from damage during transit. Prompt shipping supports reliable germination and seasonally appropriate planting.