Confetti cilantro is a new variety, and the celebration is on! The lofty, feathery leaves bring an unusual visual appeal to the cilantro plant, plus a pleasant taste and texture. The unique taste and look of this variety is strongest when the plant is young, so it’s best harvested as a baby green. Confetti cilantro’s texture also means less chopping and it also makes an eye-catching garnish with Asian and Latin American dishes.
Sun exposure:
- Full sun to part shade
Soil pH:
- 6.2 to 6.8
Hardiness Zones:
- 2 to 11
Spacing:
- Sow 3 inches apart, no need to thin
- Space rows 12 inches apart
Moisture:
- 1 inch per week depending on rainfall
Notes:
- Unusual texture and appearance, especially when young
- Grows 12 to 24 inches tall
- Attracts beneficial insects
- Matures in 30 to 35 days for baby leaf harvest
- Great flavor and texture sprinkled on tacos and soups; delicate appearance makes a pretty garnish
Have you ever grown Confetti cilantro? Please tell us about your experiences with Confetti cilantro.
Can this variety handle warmer temps (like the Mexican culantro variety), or is this plant more like growing the conventional cilantro variety which goes to seed when the summer temps get hot?