When to plant Cilantro in Zone 12a
In Zone 12a, Cilantro: direct sow outdoors around Dec 11–Jan 8; direct sow outdoors around Nov 5–Nov 26. Expect to harvest around Jan 25–Feb 22.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Direct sow outdoors | Dec 11 – Jan 8 |
| Direct sow outdoors | Nov 5 – Nov 26 |
| Harvest | Jan 25 – Feb 22 |
| Harvest | Dec 20 – Jan 10 |
Tip: Cool-season herb that bolts fast in heat — succession-sow every few weeks.
Zone 12a averages a last spring frost around Jan 1 and a first fall frost around Dec 31. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 12a calendar in the tool →