Slow to run to seed and producing abundant leaves. Coriander is widely used in Mediterranean, Mexican, Thai and Indian dishes! A hardy annual, growing up to 2ft (60cm) tall.

Sowing:

Outdoors, April to May, a half-inch (1.5cm) deep in the growing position. Thin out to 9in (23cm) apart. Coriander requires a sunny position and well-drained soil, it does well in pots.

Indoors, Sow all year round as a windowsill herb.

Harvesting:

Pick leaves as required. Eventually it will run to seed, these can be used in crry powder.

Culinary:

The chopped leaves can be used in curries or chutneys or whole as an attractive garnish. Also delicious with lamb and pork, add bruised leaves at last minute to retain flavour.

Average contents: 150 seeds.