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Culantro – Live Plant, 4" Pot, 2 Pack
Culantro – Live Plant, 4" Pot, 2 Pack
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Culantro growing facts
| Botanical name | Eryngium foetidum |
|---|---|
| Light | Partial shade to full sun; afternoon shade in hot-summer regions |
| Water | Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy |
| Soil | Rich, well-drained soil |
| Hardiness | Tender perennial, zones 10–11; protect below about 32°F |
| Mature size | About 8–16 inches tall; space 8–12 inches apart |
| Containers | Yes; a 6–8 inch or larger pot works well |
| Pot size shipped | 4-inch pot |
| Shipping | Ships from Texas within 1–2 business days |
Culantro Plant (Eryngium foetidum) – Bold Flavor, Easy to Grow!
Discover Culantro, the stronger, more intense cousin of cilantro! This tropical herb is widely used in Caribbean, Latin American, and Asian cuisine, adding a rich, pungent flavor to soups, stews, curries, and marinades. Unlike cilantro, culantro thrives in heat, making it perfect for warm climates and a long harvest season.
Why Grow Culantro?
- Bold, Authentic Flavor – Stronger and longer-lasting than cilantro.
- Heat-Tolerant & Easy to Grow – Thrives in warm, humid climates.
- Continuous Harvest – Cut-and-come-again leaves for months of fresh use.
- Perfect for Culinary Use – Essential in sofrito, salsas, soups, and curries.
Growing Tips
- Sunlight: Partial shade to full sun (afternoon shade helps in hot summers)
- Soil: Rich, well-drained soil
- Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy
- Spacing: 8–12 inches apart
- Harvesting: Pick outer leaves regularly and pinch off flower stalks to encourage new leaves
- Cold: Frost-tender; bring indoors or cover before frost
Pro Tip: Culantro grows best in warm, humid conditions, perfect for containers or herb gardens!
Upgrade your herb collection with Culantro, a powerhouse of flavor and versatility!
Culantro FAQ
How is culantro different from cilantro?
Culantro has long, serrated leaves with a stronger cilantro-like flavor and tolerates heat much better than cilantro, which bolts quickly in warm weather.
Can I grow culantro in cold regions?
Yes, as a summer annual or potted plant. It handles heat well with some afternoon shade and steady moisture in warm regions; bring it indoors or cover it before frost.
How do I harvest culantro?
Pick the outer leaves regularly and remove flower stalks as they appear to keep the plant producing leaves.
Can I grow culantro in a container?
Yes. Use a pot with drainage and rich potting mix, and keep it evenly moist.
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Seeds looked fresh and germinated well for me. Packaging was careful and clear.
Seeds looked fresh and germinated well for me. Packaging was careful and clear.
Seeds looked fresh and germinated well for me. Packaging was careful and clear.