When should I plant Cilantro in Zone 8a?

Direct sow Cilantro outdoors around Mar 22. Harvest around Apr 21.

What is the last frost date for Zone 8a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 8a is Apr 5. The first fall frost averages Oct 28, giving a 206-day growing season.

Yes. Cilantro needs 30 days to harvest. Zone 8a has a 206-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 12 successions.

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Zone 8a has warm winters and an extended growing season — excellent for heat-loving crops like Cilantro. Last frost: Apr 5. First frost: Oct 28.

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 22Oct 28

Season: Apr 5 – Oct 28 (206 days) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 12x)

Zone8a

Last FrostApr 5

First FrostOct 28

Season Length206 days

Days to Harvest30

SunPart Sun / Part Shade

Frost ToleranceLight

Spacing4/sqft (6" apart)

Direct sow Cilantro seeds outdoors around Mar 22. Soil temperature should be at least 50°F. Space at 4/sqft (6" apart).

First harvest approximately Apr 21 (~30 days from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 28).

For a fall harvest, plant Cilantro around Sep 16 (6 weeks before first frost).

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