Side-by-side plant comparison — which is right for your garden?
Buxus sempervirens
Buxaceae · shrubs
Coriandrum sativum
Apiaceae · herbs
Boxwood (Zones 5-8)
Cilantro/Coriander (Zones 2-11)
Overlap: Both grow in zones 5–8
| Feature | Boxwood | Cilantro/Coriander |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Buxus sempervirens | Coriandrum sativum |
| Family | Buxaceae | Apiaceae |
| Category | shrubs | herbs |
| Sun | ☀️ Part Shade to Full Sun | ☀️ Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Water | 💧💧 Medium | 💧💧 Medium |
| Soil | Well-drained | Well-drained |
| Height | 8' | 2' |
| Spread | 8' | 8" |
| Bloom Season | Spring | Spring-Summer |
| Bloom Color | Green | White, Pink |
| Growth Rate | Slow | Fast |
| Native Region | Europe, Asia, Africa | Mediterranean, Western Asia |
| Maintenance | Medium | Low |
Boxwood
Cilantro/Coriander
Boxwood
Cilantro/Coriander
Choose Boxwood if you don't mind medium maintenance, and want deer resistance. It thrives in part shade to full sun with medium water in zones 5–8.
Choose Cilantro/Coriander if you want a low-maintenance plant. It thrives in full sun to part shade with medium water in zones 2–11.
Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 5–8. However, they have different sun needs, so plan your garden layout carefully.
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