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Can You Grow Cilantro in North Dakota?

US · USDA Zone 4a · zones 3a, 3b, 4a, 4b

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

3a–9a

North Dakota last frost

late April

North Dakota first frost

early October

Days to harvest

21–45 days

When to plant Cilantros in North Dakota

Direct sow

Apr 25

Harvest

May 16 – Jun 9

Dates are approximate, based on North Dakota'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 North Dakota

North Dakota has a harsh continental climate with cold winters and short warm summers. Most of the state is Zone 3b-4a. Focus on cold-hardy crops and short-season varieties.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Cilantro in North Dakota?

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

What zone is North Dakota?

North Dakota spans USDA Zone 4a (3a, 3b, 4a, 4b).

When do you plant Cilantros in North Dakota?

Plant Cilantros Apr 25, harvest May 16 – Jun 9.