Corianderधनिया

Season of Crop

Coriander is primarily a Rabi season crop. In Hardoi, it is sown in October–November. It can also be sown in February–March during Zaid season.

Crop Life Cycle

Coriander is ready for leaf harvest in 30–40 days and seed harvest in 90–110 days.

Germination: 7–10 days.

First leaf harvest: 30–40 days after sowing.

Flowering: 60–70 days.

Seed maturity: 90–110 days.

Crop Overview

Coriander is essential to Indian cooking. Its leaves are used as a garnish in every dish and its seeds are used as a spice. Small farmers in Hardoi can earn good returns from coriander even on small plots.

Key Characteristics

• Height: 30–60 cm
• Leaves: Green, aromatic
• Seeds: Round, fragrant
• Uses: Leaves (garnish), seeds (spice)
• Sowing: Direct seeding

Growing Regions

Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka

Sowing Calendar for Hardoi Region