ZonePlant
Santo cilantro / coriander

herb variety in zone 5a

Santo cilantro / coriander in zone 5a

Santo · Coriandrum sativum

Zone
5a -20°F to -15°F
Growing season
150 days
Days to harvest
40 to 60

The verdict

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About Santo

Strong, citrusy, classic cilantro flavor; broad green leaves. Salsa, Asian cooking, garnish. Slow-bolting variety bred to delay flowering, the home-garden standard.

Critical timing for zone 5a

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Common challenges in zone 5a

  • ▸ Fire blight in pears
  • ▸ Cedar-apple rust
  • ▸ Late spring frosts

Modified care for zone 5a

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Santo in adjacent zones

Other cilantro / coriander varieties for zone 5a

Frequently asked questions

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Will Santo cilantro / coriander grow in zone 5a?

Yes. Santo is recommended for USDA zones 3b through 8a, which includes zone 5a.

Image: "A scene of Coriander leaves", by Thamizhpparithi Maari, via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC-BY Source.

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