How to Germinate Cilantro Seeds

Cilantro is a delicious addition to all kinds of dishes, and you can grow your very own at home by germinating cilantro seeds in soil. Choose a pot about 12 inches deep for your seeds so there’s plenty of room for the roots. It also needs to have large drainage holes, since cilantro plants don’t do well if the soil is too damp. When you plant the seeds, place them in rows 2 inches apart on the top of the soil. Then, cover them with a layer of soil and water them. To speed up the germination process, cover the pot with plastic wrap. Place it near a south-facing window so the seeds get plenty of sunlight, which will create a humid climate in the pot that encourages growth. After 7 to 10 days, you should see shoots beginning to grow. For tips on which potting soil is best for growing cilantro, read on!