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Can You Grow Cilantro in Northwest Territories?

Canada · Canadian Zone 1 · zones 0, 1, 2

Won't grow here

Cilantro prefers cooler weather but grows in most zones as a cool-season crop.

Plant zones

3a–9a

Northwest Territories last frost

mid-June

Northwest Territories first frost

mid-August

Days to harvest

21–45 days

When to plant Cilantros in Northwest Territories

Direct sow

Jun 15

Harvest

Jul 6 – Jul 30

Dates are approximate, based on Northwest Territories's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.

About Cilantro

Cilantro bolts to seed quickly in heat — succession plant every 2-3 weeks for continuous harvest.

Direct sow every 3 weeks for continuous harvest. Bolts in heat — plant in shade in summer or focus on cool seasons. Harvest before it bolts. Let some bolt to collect coriander seeds.

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Gardening in Northwest Territories

The NWT has an arctic to subarctic climate. Only the very hardiest crops survive the extremely short summer. Gardening under cover is the primary approach.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Cilantro in Northwest Territories?

Cilantro prefers cooler weather but grows in most zones as a cool-season crop.

What zone is Northwest Territories?

Northwest Territories spans Canadian Zone 1 (0, 1, 2).

When do you plant Cilantros in Northwest Territories?

Plant Cilantros Jun 15, harvest Jul 6 – Jul 30.