Santo Cilantro

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Santo cilantro is a popular slow-bolt hybrid variety that produces tall, upright plants with large, broad, deep green leaves that are deeply lobed and feathery, forming a lush rose tte habit before eventually flowering. The leaves have the classic fresh, bright, citrusy-coriander flavor—intense and aromatic when fresh, milder when cooked, and highly valued in many cuisines for its authentic taste. It's excellent chopped fresh in salsas, pico de gallo, guacamole, curries, chutneys, and garnishes; added to tacos, soups, and stir-fries; blended into pestos or chimichurri; or used as a final touch on grilled meats and fish for bright herbal lift. This variety is a strong choice for Utah because it's specifically bred for slower bolting and better heat tolerance than standard cilantro, helping it maintain usable leaf production longer in our hot, dry summers and variable springs/falls—many growers find it reliable for extended harvests in well-drained soil with full sun when using transplants to get ahead of the warm weather that triggers flowering. Show more