It’s pretty much done. The little greenhouse will be helpful for starting seeds in spring, though. Time to focus on indoor plants for the winter.
Sawyer said:
It’s pretty much done. The little greenhouse will be helpful for starting seeds in spring, though. Time to focus on indoor plants for the winter.
So is it completely gone, or can I save it if I move it inside?
@Kai
It doesn’t look like it has much of a chance, but you can try to see what happens.
Sawyer said:
@Kai
It doesn’t look like it has much of a chance, but you can try to see what happens.
Oh no… alright, thanks for the advice.
Sawyer said:
@Kai
It doesn’t look like it has much of a chance, but you can try to see what happens.
Oh no… alright, thanks for the advice.
Check out the frost-free days in your area. It’s a helpful guide for planning outdoor gardening. Over time, you’ll learn how to start seeds early or keep plants going longer into the season.
Bring it inside. It won’t make it outside.
A greenhouse without a heat source is just blocking the wind. You need to either heat it or bring the plant inside.
Might already be too late.
At least it knows you cared a lot. 
Your cilantro looks pretty rough, but here’s something: cilantro always dies after it sets seeds, and yours was flowering, so it was nearing the end anyway. (For next year, keep in mind that cilantro bolts when temperatures get into the 70s.)
Sometimes cilantro comes back on its own, but it’s harder in pots. If you want to save it, try bringing it inside. It might just be easier to start fresh from seed in the spring, though.
If you bring it in, plants like this often look droopy when thirsty, so water it once it’s inside. They’re hardy once you know their quirks.
Xavi said:
@Kai
Does this greenhouse let rain in, or do you have to water everything by hand?
Good question. For greenhouses, you always need to water manually—it’s the same as bringing plants indoors.
How sealed the greenhouse is will affect how often you need to water since humidity plays a role.
Xavi said:
@Kai
Does humidity in the greenhouse help water them a little? Like how you see condensation dripping in pie containers.
Humidity can slow water loss, but it’s not enough to replace watering. Think of it like being at an indoor pool—it’s humid, but you still need a drink of water.
@Kai
Oh wow, so it was already at the end of its life? How do I get the seeds? Are they in the flowers? And can I plant them in the same pot now? Should I remove the old plant first? Sorry for all the questions, I’m new to this.
@Kai
The seeds aren’t ready yet. Watch for the flowers to fade and green seed pods to appear. Let those pods dry completely, and then you’ll have seeds. You can let them dry more or use them right away. Cilantro is self-pollinating, so don’t worry about bees or bugs.
Once the plant is done producing seeds, it will dry out and die. Pull it out, and you can plant new seeds in the same pot. Fresh potting soil or fertilizer is fine, but let fertilizer sit a bit before sowing seeds, as it can burn seedlings. When sowing, sprinkle seeds generously, mix them lightly with the soil, and water occasionally. Birds might take some, but plenty will grow.
Fun fact: cilantro seeds are coriander, so you can use them for cooking too!
Quick question… is a greenhouse still effective if it’s sitting on a slatted deck? Does the heat escape too much?
Burn it… devil weed.