I water my seedlings daily, or at least every 2 days. Cilantro seeds germinate in around 5-10 days, but if the environment isn’t warm enough they can take a lot longer. But some cilantro varieties can be hard to germinate. I love starting seeds indoors to get a head start on the growing season. Starting Seeds & Watering Cilantro Seedlings Unlike outdoor plants, when you grow cilantro indoors they don’t experience rain so all of their water needs are manually being met by you (unless you’re growing them hydroponically). However, if you do have fans on your plants, then you might want to treat them similarly to if they were outdoors. With potted plants, you want to water often so the soil does not dry out completely, but be aware that overwatering cilantro plants can also damage the plant.Īn indoor cilantro plant might require less water when it’s not as warm and the wind isn’t blowing as hard. If the weather forecast is going to be very dry and calls for summer heat, make sure to check the plant (sometimes more than once per day) to see if your outdoor cilantro needs a drink of water. But also make sure the plant does not sit permanently in wet soil or this can cause overwatering issues (see below). Keep the soil moist and water as often as every 1-3 days. If the weather is calling for a lot of rain, hold off on watering the cilantro so it doesn’t get overwatered. Usually, after a good deep watering, you can almost always skip the next day (unless it’s going to be really hot).
I like to deep water the entire plant, making sure the entire pot is wet and drains the excess water.
Cilantro seedlings falling over full#
Make sure your plants are in good quality potting soil, pots with good drainage, and in an area that gets full sun. The sun’s rays are much stronger than the light it will get indoors, and that, along with the wind, will cause the soil to dry out faster. If you planted cilantro in a container or pot (even if it’s sitting by the door or on the patio), it will require a bit more attention. Cilantro grows best with direct sunlight and a good amount of heat.Īnother added benefit of organic mulch is that is reduces the splash-back effect and helps prevent dirt and possible disease from splashing up onto the leaves when it gets watered or it rains. Mulch will also help the ground temperatures to stay consistent if temperatures fall overnight suddenly. This helps reduce water evaporation and keeps the soil surrounding the plant from getting too hot, causing your plants to dry out too quickly. When growing cilantro in the ground, you can save yourself a lot of hassle by adding mulch around the cilantro plants. You want to water the ground around the cilantro plant, as wetting the leaves and flowers head can invite fungus and plant viruses to take hold. When overhead watering, be sure to use your hose nozzle on the lowest setting or invest in a watering wand that helps with watering accuracy. With more mature plants, or full-grown cilantro, they are hardier and can usually go a few days without being watered.Check on them daily and make sure the soil doesn’t need watering. With cilantro seedlings and starter plants, they often do best with more frequent watering.If you live in a more dry area or are experiencing weeks where there is no rain in sight, you’ll want to check your cilantro plants daily to make sure they don’t need water.
Depending on which zone you live in, your cilantro plants can often see quite a bit of rain during parts of the season. If you are planting cilantro in raised beds or garden beds, you usually only need to water every 1-2 days unless it’s very hot outside. Growing Cilantro Plants in Raised Beds & in the Ground Let’s take a look at each scenario for growing cilantro. Whether you are growing cilantro in herb garden beds, in a pot, or are starting seedlings indoors and transplanting them outside, they are going to have a different watering frequency. If it feels dry about an inch below the surface, it’s time to water your plant. If you’re not sure whether your cilantro needs water, the best way to tell is to stick your finger into the soil. On the other hand, if it’s been raining quite a bit, you will be able to get away with watering less often. If the weather is particularly hot or dry, you may need to water more frequently. How Often to Water Your Cilantro PlantsĪs a general rule of thumb, you should water your cilantro plant every 1-3 days. The key is to keep the soil moist but not soggy.
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