When to Plant Cilantro in Nebraska
In a typical Nebraska location, sow outdoors Apr 3 – Apr 17. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 25 in Elkhorn and as late as Apr 20 in Alliance. For a fall crop, plant around Aug 20 – Sep 3.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Omaha | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | Aug 26 – Sep 9 |
| Lincoln | Apr 3 – Apr 17 | Aug 18 – Sep 1 |
| Bellevue | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | Aug 24 – Sep 7 |
| Grand Island | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | Aug 20 – Sep 3 |
| Kearney | Apr 9 – Apr 23 | Aug 15 – Aug 29 |
| Fremont | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | Aug 20 – Sep 3 |
| Hastings | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | Aug 21 – Sep 4 |
| Norfolk | Apr 9 – Apr 23 | Aug 10 – Aug 24 |
| North Platte | Apr 12 – Apr 26 | Aug 15 – Aug 29 |
| Columbus | Mar 31 – Apr 14 | Aug 20 – Sep 3 |
| Papillion | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | Aug 24 – Sep 7 |
| La Vista | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | Aug 24 – Sep 7 |
| Scottsbluff | Apr 17 – May 1 | Aug 8 – Aug 22 |
| South Sioux City | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | Aug 12 – Aug 26 |
| Beatrice | Apr 3 – Apr 17 | Aug 20 – Sep 3 |
| Chalco | Mar 31 – Apr 14 | Aug 23 – Sep 6 |
| Lexington | Apr 5 – Apr 19 | Aug 18 – Sep 1 |
| Alliance | Apr 20 – May 4 | Aug 8 – Aug 22 |
| Gering | Apr 17 – May 1 | Aug 8 – Aug 22 |
| Elkhorn | Mar 25 – Apr 8 | Aug 26 – Sep 9 |
Showing the 20 most populous of 20 Nebraska cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all Nebraska cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant cilantro in Nebraska?
In a typical Nebraska location, sow outdoors Apr 3 – Apr 17. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 25 in Elkhorn and as late as Apr 20 in Alliance. For a fall crop, plant around Aug 20 – Sep 3.
When is the last frost in Nebraska?
The average last spring frost in Nebraska ranges from April 15 in Elkhorn to May 11 in Alliance, 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 Nebraska
- 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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