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Cilantro flowering

14 years ago

We've had some warn weather is MA. and I'm pretty sure my cilantro is starting to bolt. It's my first plant and not very big, but I would like to get a lot going for the future.

My question is, is there any benefit to letting this first plant flower at this point? What are the chances of the seeds actually taking root and growing more plants next season?

As you can probably tell, I'm very new to this, so any and all information would be extremely helpful. Thanks in advance!

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fatamorgana2121
14 years ago
Cilantro is a good self-seeder or you can save seeds once they are completely dry and use them in the kitchen or sow for more cilantro. Come mid-august or so, sow more cilantro seeds for a fall harvest this year.

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t-bird
14 years ago
Also - they are really pretty flowering - I just love them! Almost makes up for the no-more cilantro for salsas, salads and quac!

Good for attracting pollinators and beneficials too!
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greginnd
14 years ago
I like to eat the seeds When they are green and tender. Adds a very interesting something to a salad.
jackleroy
Original Author
14 years ago
Excellent, thank you very much! When it happens, will it be worth harvesting the seeds and planting them myself or should I just let nature take its course? What kind of yield can I expect?
t-bird
14 years ago
why not harvest enough for planting later, and leave some to see what nature cooks up for you?

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