Cilantro/Coriander vs Morning Glory

Side-by-side plant comparison — which is right for your garden?

Cilantro/Coriander

Coriandrum sativum

Apiaceae · herbs

EdibleLow Maintenance

Morning Glory

Ipomoea tricolor

Convolvulaceae · vines

Deer ResistantDrought TolerantLow Maintenance

Hardiness Zone Range

Cilantro/Coriander (Zones 2-11)

Morning Glory (Zones 2-11)

Overlap: Both grow in zones 2–11

Detailed Comparison

Feature	Cilantro/Coriander	Morning Glory
Scientific Name	Coriandrum sativum	Ipomoea tricolor
Family	Apiaceae	Convolvulaceae
Category	herbs	vines
Sun	☀️ Full Sun to Part Shade	☀️ Full Sun
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Well-drained	Well-drained
Height	2'	10'
Spread	8"	2'
Bloom Season	Spring-Summer	Summer-Fall
Bloom Color	White, Pink	Blue, Purple, Pink, White
Growth Rate	Fast	Fast
Native Region	Mediterranean, Western Asia	Central America
Maintenance	Low	Low

Special Traits

Cilantro/Coriander

Yes — EdibleNo — Deer ResistantNo — Drought Tolerant

Morning Glory

No — EdibleYes — Deer ResistantYes — Drought Tolerant

Care Tips

Cilantro/Coriander

✓Succession sow every 2-3 weeks — bolts quickly in heat.
✓Prefers cool weather.
✓Let some plants flower for coriander seeds.
✓Self-seeds readily.
✓'Slow-bolt' varieties extend harvest.

Morning Glory

✓Nick or soak seeds overnight for faster germination.
✓Provide sturdy support.
✓Self-seeds prolifically — can become invasive.
✓Full sun is essential for abundant blooms.

Which Plant Is Right for Your Garden?

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.

Choose Morning Glory if you want a low-maintenance plant, need drought tolerance, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 2–11.

Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 2–11. However, they have different sun needs, so plan your garden layout carefully.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can Cilantro/Coriander and Morning Glory grow in the same hardiness zone?

Cilantro/Coriander grows in USDA zones 2-11, while Morning Glory grows in zones 2-11. Both plants can grow together in zones 2 through 11.

Do Cilantro/Coriander and Morning Glory have the same sun and water needs?

Cilantro/Coriander needs full sun to part shade and medium water, while Morning Glory needs full sun and medium water. Their differing requirements mean you may need separate garden areas for each.

Which grows taller, Cilantro/Coriander or Morning Glory?

Morning Glory grows taller at 10' compared to Cilantro/Coriander at 2'. Morning Glory spreads 2' while Cilantro/Coriander spreads 8".

Are Cilantro/Coriander and Morning Glory deer resistant?

Morning Glory is deer resistant, but Cilantro/Coriander is not. If deer are a concern, Morning Glory is the better choice, or protect Cilantro/Coriander with fencing.

Which is easier to maintain, Cilantro/Coriander or Morning Glory?

Both Cilantro/Coriander and Morning Glory have low maintenance requirements. They need a similar level of care including regular attention to watering, pruning, and soil health.

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Detailed Comparison

Feature	Cilantro/Coriander	Morning Glory
Scientific Name	Coriandrum sativum	Ipomoea tricolor
Family	Apiaceae	Convolvulaceae
Category	herbs	vines
Sun	☀️ Full Sun to Part Shade	☀️ Full Sun
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Well-drained	Well-drained
Height	2'	10'
Spread	8"	2'
Bloom Season	Spring-Summer	Summer-Fall
Bloom Color	White, Pink	Blue, Purple, Pink, White
Growth Rate	Fast	Fast
Native Region	Mediterranean, Western Asia	Central America
Maintenance	Low	Low

Care Tips

Cilantro/Coriander

✓Succession sow every 2-3 weeks — bolts quickly in heat.
✓Prefers cool weather.
✓Let some plants flower for coriander seeds.
✓Self-seeds readily.
✓'Slow-bolt' varieties extend harvest.

Morning Glory

✓Nick or soak seeds overnight for faster germination.
✓Provide sturdy support.
✓Self-seeds prolifically — can become invasive.
✓Full sun is essential for abundant blooms.

Which Plant Is Right for Your Garden?

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.

Choose Morning Glory if you want a low-maintenance plant, need drought tolerance, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 2–11.

Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 2–11. However, they have different sun needs, so plan your garden layout carefully.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Cilantro/Coriander and Morning Glory grow in the same hardiness zone?

Cilantro/Coriander grows in USDA zones 2-11, while Morning Glory grows in zones 2-11. Both plants can grow together in zones 2 through 11.

Do Cilantro/Coriander and Morning Glory have the same sun and water needs?

Cilantro/Coriander needs full sun to part shade and medium water, while Morning Glory needs full sun and medium water. Their differing requirements mean you may need separate garden areas for each.

Which grows taller, Cilantro/Coriander or Morning Glory?

Morning Glory grows taller at 10' compared to Cilantro/Coriander at 2'. Morning Glory spreads 2' while Cilantro/Coriander spreads 8".

Are Cilantro/Coriander and Morning Glory deer resistant?

Morning Glory is deer resistant, but Cilantro/Coriander is not. If deer are a concern, Morning Glory is the better choice, or protect Cilantro/Coriander with fencing.

Which is easier to maintain, Cilantro/Coriander or Morning Glory?

Both Cilantro/Coriander and Morning Glory have low maintenance requirements. They need a similar level of care including regular attention to watering, pruning, and soil health.