When should autumn coriander be planted?

Coriander , also known as cilantro, has a dark green color, light texture, and rich aroma. It is a very unique vegetable and is often used as a seasoning and is very popular. Coriander can be planted in autumn, so when should autumn coriander be planted? Let’s learn more about it below.

When should autumn coriander be planted?

The growth of coriander is very strict about temperature. It likes coolness and is relatively cold-resistant. The most suitable growth temperature for coriander is 15-22℃. If it is autumn coriander, you can sow it from mid-August to mid-September. Coriander planted in mid-to-late August can be harvested in October to November. It is easy to cultivate.

How to plant autumn coriander

1. Site selection and land preparation

Coriander has a thick taproot and a short growing period, so you need to choose soil that is rich in organic matter, loose and fertile, and has good drainage and irrigation conditions. You should also further deep plow and harrow the soil to break up large clods and improve the soil conditions and quality.

2. Seed treatment

Before sowing coriander seeds , you can spread the seeds on a flat ground, then rub them evenly with a bottle or the sole of a shoe to crack the shell. The broken seeds can be sown directly, and they will usually germinate in 10 to 13 days.

3. Sowing method

Coriander can be directly broadcast or sown in rows. The seed rate per mu is 3 to 4 jin, and the sowing depth of coriander is about 1 to 2 centimeters. Sowing too deep will cause the coriander to emerge more slowly. After sowing, coriander needs to be watered and keeping the soil moist is conducive to coriander germination.

4. Scientific watering

Coriander is not drought-tolerant. If the soil is dry, the leaves of coriander will easily turn yellow and the growth of coriander will deteriorate. If it doesn't rain, you can water coriander every 5 to 7 days and try to keep the soil moist, so that the coriander can grow vigorously. It is best to water coriander in the morning and evening on sunny days. Do not water it in cold weather or rainy weather.

5. Fertilization management

Depending on the situation of basal fertilizer, if the basal fertilizer is sufficient, the amount and frequency of topdressing can be reduced. Otherwise, more attention should be paid to topdressing. When coriander grows to 10 centimeters in height, it enters a vigorous growth period. At this time, the plant's demand for water is very large. We can combine watering with applying 10 kilograms of urea per acre, which can make the coriander grow greener. During the growing period of coriander, spraying 40 grams of potassium dihydrogen phosphate mixed with 20 kilograms of water per mu on the leaves can significantly increase the yield and quality of coriander.

That’s it