When to plant Cilantro in Zone 10a
In Zone 10a, Cilantro: direct sow outdoors around Jan 10–Feb 7; direct sow outdoors around Nov 2–Nov 23. Expect to harvest around Feb 24–Mar 24.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Direct sow outdoors | Jan 10 – Feb 7 |
| Direct sow outdoors | Nov 2 – Nov 23 |
| Harvest | Feb 24 – Mar 24 |
| Harvest | Dec 17 – Jan 7 |
Tip: Cool-season herb that bolts fast in heat — succession-sow every few weeks.
Zone 10a averages a last spring frost around Jan 31 and a first fall frost around Dec 28. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 10a calendar in the tool →