Coriander EASTERN AROMA

Coriander variety "Eastern Aroma" is an annual plant of the celery family, reaching 50-60 cm in height, with bright green, smooth, and tender leaves possessing a strong spicy aroma. This medium-early variety is distinguished by its high yield of greens — 2.6-3.1 kg per square meter, while the mass of one plant is 30-37 grams. The crop is heat- and light-loving, preferring light, fertile, and sufficiently moist soils, and requires abundant watering to obtain quality greens. The optimal temperature for growth and development is 20-25 °C, while the plant is quite cold-hardy and can withstand minor frosts. Sowing of seeds is recommended from the end of April, continuing feeding with an interval of 2-3 weeks throughout the summer, with a planting scheme of 3-5 cm between plants and 20 cm between rows. The maturation period is medium-early, with harvest taking place in July-September. Coriander "Eastern Aroma" is valued for its high content of essential oils, vitamins B, C, and P, as well as mineral salts. Thanks to its beneficial properties, it has antiseptic, cholagogue, and analgesic effects, promotes improved digestive system function and cleansing the body of waste. These qualities make it not only a popular spicy herb but also a valuable component in folk medicine. In cooking, coriander is used as salad greens — fresh leaves and young stems are excellent for preparing various dishes, imparting a rich aroma and flavor. Dried leaves and mature seeds are used as a spicy seasoning for meat, fish, and vegetable dishes, expanding the possibilities for using this herb in the kitchen. The ease of cultivation and versatility of application make coriander "Eastern Aroma" an excellent choice for lovers of aromatic and useful plants.