When to Plant Cilantro in Louisiana
In a typical Louisiana location, sow outdoors Jan 28 – Feb 11. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Jan 3 in Metairie and as late as Feb 24 in Minden. For a fall crop, plant around Oct 9 – Oct 23.
Cool-season, bolts in heat; direct sow 1-3 weeks before last frost, succession sow through spring.
Cilantro Planting Dates by City
| City | Direct sow | Fall planting |
|---|---|---|
| New Orleans | Jan 11 – Jan 25 | Nov 5 – Nov 19 |
| Baton Rouge | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Oct 1 – Oct 15 |
| Shreveport | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Sep 29 – Oct 13 |
| Metairie | Jan 3 – Jan 17 | Nov 7 – Nov 21 |
| Lafayette | Jan 23 – Feb 6 | Oct 9 – Oct 23 |
| Lake Charles | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | Oct 12 – Oct 26 |
| Bossier City | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Sep 29 – Oct 13 |
| Kenner | Jan 9 – Jan 23 | Nov 5 – Nov 19 |
| Monroe | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | Sep 20 – Oct 4 |
| Alexandria | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | Oct 2 – Oct 16 |
| Houma | Jan 15 – Jan 29 | Oct 22 – Nov 5 |
| Marrero | Jan 3 – Jan 17 | Nov 7 – Nov 21 |
| New Iberia | Jan 20 – Feb 3 | Oct 16 – Oct 30 |
| Laplace | Jan 19 – Feb 2 | Oct 19 – Nov 2 |
| Central | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Oct 1 – Oct 15 |
| Slidell | Feb 3 – Feb 17 | Oct 6 – Oct 20 |
| Prairieville | Jan 19 – Feb 2 | Oct 18 – Nov 1 |
| Terrytown | Jan 11 – Jan 25 | Nov 5 – Nov 19 |
| Ruston | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | Sep 21 – Oct 5 |
| Hammond | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | Sep 24 – Oct 8 |
| Harvey | Jan 11 – Jan 25 | Nov 5 – Nov 19 |
| Sulphur | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | Sep 30 – Oct 14 |
| Bayou Cane | Jan 15 – Jan 29 | Oct 22 – Nov 5 |
| Shenandoah | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Oct 1 – Oct 15 |
| Natchitoches | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Oct 6 – Oct 20 |
| Gretna | Jan 11 – Jan 25 | Nov 5 – Nov 19 |
| Chalmette | Jan 20 – Feb 3 | Oct 22 – Nov 5 |
| Opelousas | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Sep 28 – Oct 12 |
| Zachary | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Oct 1 – Oct 15 |
| Estelle | Jan 20 – Feb 3 | Oct 17 – Oct 31 |
Showing the 30 most populous of 66 Louisiana cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all Louisiana cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant cilantro in Louisiana?
In a typical Louisiana location, sow outdoors Jan 28 – Feb 11. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Jan 3 in Metairie and as late as Feb 24 in Minden. For a fall crop, plant around Oct 9 – Oct 23.
When is the last frost in Louisiana?
The average last spring frost in Louisiana ranges from January 24 in Metairie to March 17 in Minden, based on NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals.
How long do cilantro take to grow?
Cilantro typically take 45–70 days from planting to harvest. Cool-season, bolts in heat; direct sow 1-3 weeks before last frost, succession sow through spring.
Other Crops in Louisiana
- Tomatoes
- Peppers
- Eggplant
- Cucumbers
- Zucchini
- Winter Squash
- Pumpkins
- Watermelon
- Cantaloupe
- Corn
- Green Beans
- Peas
- Lettuce
- Spinach
- Kale
- Arugula
- Swiss Chard
- Broccoli
- Cauliflower
- Cabbage
- Brussels Sprouts
- Carrots
- Beets
- Radishes
- Turnips
- Onions
- Garlic
- Potatoes
- Sweet Potatoes
- Asparagus
- Basil
- Parsley
- Dill
- Oregano
- Thyme
- Sunflowers
- Zinnias
- Marigolds
- Cosmos
- Nasturtiums
- Dahlias
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