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When to Plant Cilantro in Arctic Village, Alaska (99722)

Location

Arctic Village, Alaska

ZIP Code

99722

USDA Zone

1b

Last Frost

Wednesday, June 10, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Wednesday, May 13, 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 Arctic Village

Growing Cilantro in Zone 1b

Cilantro (Coriandrum sativum) is a popular garden vegetable. In Arctic Village, Alaska, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 1b, you should direct sow seeds around Wednesday, May 13, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Wednesday, June 10, 2026. Cilantro grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.