When to Plant Cilantro in Zone 11
Coriandrum sativum
Last updated: Apr 25, 2026 · Sources: USDA, NOAA, Cooperative ExtensionZone 11 Planting Schedule
Direct Sow
Jan 22
Directly in garden bed
First Harvest
Mar 18
45–70 days after planting
Season Ends
May 12
Before first frost (Dec 25)
Quick Facts
Sunlight
⛅ Partial Sun
Water Needs
💧💧 Moderate
Spacing
8 inches apart
Planting Depth
0.25 inch
Min Soil Temp
50°F
Germination
7–14 days
Days to Maturity
45–70 days
Frost Tolerance
Light frost tolerance
Soil pH
6.2–6.8
Difficulty
Easy
Recommended for Zone 11
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Cilantro Schedule — All Zones
| Zone | Start Indoors | Transplant | Direct Sow | Harvest Start | Harvest End |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 3 | — | — | May 22 | Jul 16 | Sep 9 |
| Zone 4 | — | — | May 17 | Jul 11 | Sep 4 |
| Zone 5 | — | — | May 7 | Jul 1 | Aug 25 |
| Zone 6 | — | — | Apr 22 | Jun 16 | Aug 10 |
| Zone 7 | — | — | Apr 12 | Jun 6 | Jul 31 |
| Zone 8 | — | — | Mar 27 | May 21 | Jul 15 |
| Zone 9 | — | — | Mar 7 | May 1 | Jun 25 |
| Zone 10 | — | — | Feb 17 | Apr 13 | Jun 7 |
| Zone 11 | — | — | Jan 22 | Mar 18 | May 12 |
📚 Data Sources
Frost dates: NOAA Climate Normals 1991–2020, National Centers for Environmental Information.Hardiness zones: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map, Agricultural Research Service.
Growing requirements: Cooperative Extension Services — NC State, Penn State, University of Florida IFAS.
Companion planting: Cornell University Cooperative Extension.
Data compiled from public agricultural sources. Always verify with your local extension office for micro-climate adjustments.