When to plant Cilantro in Zone 7a
In Zone 7a, Cilantro: direct sow outdoors around Mar 17–Apr 14; direct sow outdoors around Sep 7–Sep 28. Expect to harvest around May 1–May 29.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Direct sow outdoors | Mar 17 – Apr 14 |
| Direct sow outdoors | Sep 7 – Sep 28 |
| Harvest | May 1 – May 29 |
| Harvest | Oct 22 – Nov 12 |
Tip: Cool-season herb that bolts fast in heat — succession-sow every few weeks.
Zone 7a averages a last spring frost around Apr 7 and a first fall frost around Nov 2. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 7a calendar in the tool →