Growing Cilantro at Home in Water: A Step-by-Step Guide
1. Preparation:
Gather cilantro seeds or cuttings, a clean glass or jar, and fresh water.
2. Seed Soaking (Optional):
Soak seeds in water for 24 hours to speed up germination.
3. Planting Seeds or Cuttings:
Fill the glass with water, leaving space at the top.
Submerge seeds or cuttings fully in the water.
4. Location and Sunlight:
Place the glass in indirect sunlight to avoid algae growth.
5. Water Maintenance:
Regularly top up water to keep seeds or cuttings submerged.
Replace water every few days to prevent stagnation.
6. Root Development:
Monitor roots developing from seeds or cuttings.
7. Harvesting:
Once plants have healthy roots and are a suitable size, harvest leaves with scissors for culinary use.
Leave roots in water to continue growing.
8. Propagation:
Propagate new plants from cuttings or collect seeds for future planting.
