The flavor of fast-growing Bac Lieu Vietnamese Cilantro is mild and delicate with an extra citrus twist. The plants resemble regular cilantro but the foliage is topped with fine cut, frilly leaves. Enjoy at every growth stage, as Bac Lieu plants hold their delicious flavor even as they mature and begin to flower. Sprigs of leaves are traditionally harvested while young and tender and served on a platter so individual diners can add to taste for extra savor throughout the meal.
Variety Details
Plant type: Annual
Growth habit: Herbaceous
Crop category: Herb
Kitchen profile: The flavor of fast-growing Bac Lieu Vietnamese Cilantro is mild and delicate with an extra citrus twist.
Recorded feature: Container Compatible
Product format: Seed packet
Sowing & Growing
Light: Full Sun/Part Sun
Planting season: Fall or Spring
Starting location: Direct Sow
Recorded soil pH: 6.6 – 7.0 or 7.1 – 7.5
Match ‘Bac Lieu Cilantro’ Vietnamese Heirloom to the light, soil, and temperature information recorded for the species. Some herbs are direct sown, while others benefit from a protected start or species-specific pretreatment, so retain the packet for reference. Keep seed media from drying during establishment without leaving it saturated. Once plants are growing, harvest modestly so foliage remains for continued development. Assign perennial herbs a long-term location, and consider containers for species with a spreading habit.
Before sowing ‘Bac Lieu Cilantro’ Vietnamese Heirloom, review the packet alongside the current product details and note any range in temperature, germination, or maturity. Ranges reflect biological and seasonal variation rather than a fixed promise. Label each planting with its date and location, then compare emergence, growth, and harvest with local weather. This record is useful for succession plantings and for deciding whether the crop fits better into an earlier or later seasonal window.
