The most common problem is once the plant inevitably goes to seed in summer the cilantro leaves are useless. If you want the leaves, then look for seeds of varieties called 'Long Standing' and 'Santos' and sow seeds successively a week apart. Seeds can be planted again in late summer for abundant crop of cilantro in fall. Society members will be on hand to answer your questions and help you make selections. And while you are there, wish them a happy 25th Anniversary.
Native plants are beautiful, durable additions to landscapes.
Be sure to go to the Grand Prairie Friends plant sale on Saturday, May 12 from 9-3. The sale will be held inside Lincoln Square Mall in Urbana. Members will be on hand to answer questions and help you go native.