When to plant Cilantro in Zone 8b
In Zone 8b, Cilantro: direct sow outdoors around Feb 22–Mar 22; direct sow outdoors around Sep 30–Oct 21. Expect to harvest around Apr 8–May 6.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Direct sow outdoors | Feb 22 – Mar 22 |
| Direct sow outdoors | Sep 30 – Oct 21 |
| Harvest | Apr 8 – May 6 |
| Harvest | Nov 14 – Dec 5 |
Tip: Cool-season herb that bolts fast in heat — succession-sow every few weeks.
Zone 8b averages a last spring frost around Mar 15 and a first fall frost around Nov 25. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 8b calendar in the tool →