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When to Plant Cilantro in Cape May Court House, New Jersey (08210)

Location

Cape May Court House, New Jersey

ZIP Code

08210

USDA Zone

7b

Last Frost

Sunday, April 5, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Sunday, March 8, 2026

Pro Tip: Cilantro can be directly sown outdoors. Plant 4 weeks before your last frost date.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Coriandrum sativum
Days to Maturity 45 days
Mature Height 12-24"
Spread 6"
Type Leaf
Fruit Size N/A

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Partial Shade to Full Sun

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Water

Regular (keep moist)

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Spacing

6" apart

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Planting Depth

0.25" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 7-10 days

🤝 Good Companions

AniseTomatoSpinachBean

⚠️ Avoid Planting Near

Fennel

Other Plants for Cape May Court House

Growing Cilantro in Zone 7b

Cilantro (Coriandrum sativum) is a popular garden vegetable. In Cape May Court House, New Jersey, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7b, you should direct sow seeds around Sunday, March 8, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Sunday, April 5, 2026. Cilantro grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.