When to plant Cilantro in Zone 9a
In Zone 9a, Cilantro: direct sow outdoors around Feb 7–Mar 7; direct sow outdoors around Oct 10–Oct 31. Expect to harvest around Mar 24–Apr 21.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Direct sow outdoors | Feb 7 – Mar 7 |
| Direct sow outdoors | Oct 10 – Oct 31 |
| Harvest | Mar 24 – Apr 21 |
| Harvest | Nov 24 – Dec 15 |
Tip: Cool-season herb that bolts fast in heat — succession-sow every few weeks.
Zone 9a averages a last spring frost around Feb 28 and a first fall frost around Dec 5. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 9a calendar in the tool →