Description

A fast-growing, fragrant herb essential for fresh, vibrant cooking. Supplied as a young plant, ready to grow on for a continuous harvest of leaves and seeds.

Highlights:

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  Harvesting Season: May to September


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  Final Size: Up to 40–60cm tall | Spread 20–30cm


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  Position: Full sun to partial shade | Moist, well-drained soil


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  Best Grown In: Pots, window boxes, raised beds, or kitchen gardens


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  Supplied As: Young plant in a growers pot

Why We Love It:

Coriander is a kitchen staple, perfect for adding fresh flavour to everything from curries to salads and salsas. It’s quick to grow and ideal for small South London spaces, whether on a sunny windowsill or balcony. With regular harvesting, it produces a steady supply of aromatic leaves, and if left to flower, the seeds (coriander spice) can also be harvested.

Sowing & Growing Tips:

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  When to Sow: Not applicable – supplied as a young plant; plant out from spring onwards


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  Germination Time: Not applicable


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  Where to Grow: Containers, window boxes, raised beds, or open ground in a sunny or lightly shaded spot


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  Care Notes: Keep soil consistently moist and harvest regularly to prevent bolting. Provide some shade in hot weather to prolong leaf production.

The Nunhead Gardener Recommends:

Grow little and often for a continuous supply. Pair with chilli plants, tomatoes and mint for a fresh, flavour-packed kitchen garden. Best used fresh—add just before serving to retain its bright flavour.

Please note:

Images show how this plant may look at various stages of maturity. The size you choose may look different.