When should I plant Cilantro in Zone 9a?

Direct sow Cilantro outdoors around Mar 6. Harvest around Apr 5.

What is the last frost date for Zone 9a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 9a is Mar 20. The first fall frost averages Nov 12, giving a 237-day growing season.

Yes. Cilantro needs 30 days to harvest. Zone 9a has a 237-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 14 successions.

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Zone 9a has warm winters and an extended growing season — excellent for heat-loving crops like Cilantro. Last frost: Mar 20. First frost: Nov 12.

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 6Nov 12

Season: Mar 20 – Nov 12 (237 days) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 14x)

Zone9a

Last FrostMar 20

First FrostNov 12

Season Length237 days

Days to Harvest30

SunPart Sun / Part Shade

Frost ToleranceLight

Spacing4/sqft (6" apart)

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

First harvest approximately Apr 5 (~30 days from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 12).

For a fall harvest, plant Cilantro around Oct 1 (6 weeks before first frost).

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