How to Sow and Plant
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Sow citronella coriander seeds outdoors from April to August in rows spaced 25 cm apart, choosing a sunny location. Plant seeds directly into well-moistened soil, avoiding dense sowing to prevent overcrowding. After germination, thinning is usually unnecessary. The plants grow up to 40 cm tall and flower between July and August. Harvest seed umbels in September when seeds emit a citrus scent; allow them to dry on paper or plastic for easy collection. This method ensures you capture the fresh, lemony aroma unique to citronella coriander seeds.
Citronella coriander flourishes best in sunny locations with well-moisturized soil. It grows to about 40 cm tall and develops pointed leaves with a fresh, citrus aroma. Flowering occurs in midsummer, and seed umbels ripen unevenly. Harvest seeds when they emit a lemon-like scent, allowing them to dry on a flat surface to ease collection. This herb adds a bright, zesty flavor to salads and oriental dishes, making it a delightful addition to any culinary herb garden. Regular watering and ample sunlight ensure vibrant growth and aromatic leaves throughout the season.
Sow citronella coriander outdoors from April to August in well-spaced rows about 25 cm apart to avoid overcrowding. Choose a sunny location and keep the soil consistently moist for healthy growth. The plant reaches around 40 cm tall and blooms in midsummer. Harvest the seed umbels in September when they start to emit a lemony scent; allow them to dry on a smooth surface to easily collect the aromatic seeds. Use fresh leaves to add a bright, citrusy flavor to salads, fish, and oriental dishes for a delightful culinary experience.
What makes citronella coriander different from regular coriander?
Citronella coriander has pointed leaves and a stronger lemon coriander aroma, offering a distinctive fresh herb flavor with citrus-scented leaves that is more pronounced than regular coriander.
When and how should I sow citronella coriander seeds?
Sow the seeds outdoors from April to August in sunny locations, placing them in rows spaced 25 cm apart. Plant seeds directly into well-moistened soil, avoiding overcrowding for best growth.
How tall does citronella coriander grow and what are its growing conditions?
This herb grows up to about 40 cm tall and thrives in sunny spots with well-moistened soil. Regular watering and ample sunlight support healthy, aromatic foliage.
When is the best time to harvest citronella coriander seeds?
Harvest seed umbels in September when they begin to emit a refreshing lemon-like scent. Allow the seeds to dry on paper or plastic to make collection easier.
What culinary uses does citronella coriander have?
Its bright, fresh coriander flavor with citrus notes enhances oriental dishes, salads, baby potatoes, and fish recipes, making it a versatile herb for adding zest and aroma to meals.
Does citronella coriander require thinning after germination?
Thinning is usually unnecessary because seeds should be sown with enough spacing to prevent overcrowding, allowing healthy growth without extra thinning.
