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Can You Grow Cilantro in New Mexico?

US · USDA Zone 7b · zones 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 8a

Grows well here

Cilantro grows easily here as a cool-season herb — sow every few weeks for continuous harvest.

Plant zones

3a–9a

New Mexico last frost

late February

New Mexico first frost

early December

Days to harvest

21–45 days

When to plant Cilantros in New Mexico

Direct sow

Feb 28

Harvest

Mar 21 – Apr 14

Dates are approximate, based on New Mexico'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 New Mexico

New Mexico has an arid continental climate. Albuquerque is Zone 7a; Santa Fe is Zone 6b; southern desert areas are Zone 8a-9a. Low humidity means dramatic temperature swings.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Cilantro in New Mexico?

Cilantro grows easily here as a cool-season herb — sow every few weeks for continuous harvest.

What zone is New Mexico?

New Mexico spans USDA Zone 7b (4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 8a).

When do you plant Cilantros in New Mexico?

Plant Cilantros Feb 28, harvest Mar 21 – Apr 14.