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When to Plant Cilantro in Arroyo Grande, California (93421)

Location

Arroyo Grande, California

ZIP Code

93421

USDA Zone

9b

Last Frost

Wednesday, February 10, 2027

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Wednesday, January 13, 2027

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 Arroyo Grande

Growing Cilantro in Zone 9b

Cilantro (Coriandrum sativum) is a popular garden vegetable. In Arroyo Grande, California, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 9b, you should direct sow seeds around Wednesday, January 13, 2027.

Your average last frost date is Wednesday, February 10, 2027. Cilantro grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.