Delfino Cilantro

Scientific Name: Coriandrum sativum 'Delfino'

Also Known As

Chinese Parsley 'Delfino'
Cilantro
Coriander

Plant type

herb, annual / biennial, fruit / vegetable

size

H: 18"-24"
W: 9"-12"

planting zones

1-12

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Delfino Cilantro plant details

Delfino Cilantro is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial fruit / vegetable or herb with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Delfino Cilantro

Plant type: annual / biennial fruit / vegetable or herb
Plant family: apiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 9 IN - 12 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: award-winning, culinary, edible

GROWING CONDITIONS for Delfino Cilantro

USDA Zones: 1 - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Cilantro is a versatile plant: when young it is used for the leaves, when blooming the flowers can be added to salads & the seed has a totally different citrus-like flavor that can be used as a spice. 'Delfino' was one of the 2006 AAS (All-American Selection) winners most likely because it's more resistant to bolting than others. Best known & grown as a salsa ingredient in the Summer, it is actually much easier to grow for the home gardener during the Fall & Winter when temperatures are cooler. Plant in good garden soil 4-8” apart & keep well watered. It is a ferny-leafed cilantro & is much easier to chop than the regular type.