When to Plant Cilantro in Northwest Territories
Cilantro is a dual-purpose herb providing fresh leaves (cilantro) and dried seeds (coriander). It bolts quickly in heat, producing flowers beloved by beneficial insects.
Northwest Territories spans USDA hardiness zones 2b, 3a (with planting data available), so planting dates vary by your location within the state. Click your zone below for the most accurate dates.
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Cilantro Planting Calendar for Northwest Territories
▸ Zone 2b ~111 day growing season · Full guide →
Last frost: May 22 · First frost: September 10 · 111 day season
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | April 10 | Apr 10 – Apr 24 |
| Transplant Outdoors | May 15 | May 15 – May 29 |
| Direct Sow | May 15 | May 15 – Jun 5 |
| Fall Sowing | June 18 | Jun 18 – Jul 2 |
| Harvest | June 26 | Jun 26 – Aug 28 |
▸ Zone 3a ~123 day growing season · Full guide →
Last frost: May 15 · First frost: September 15 · 123 day season
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | April 3 | Apr 3 – Apr 17 |
| Transplant Outdoors | May 8 | May 8 – May 22 |
| Direct Sow | May 8 | May 8 – May 29 |
| Fall Sowing | June 23 | Jun 23 – Jul 7 |
| Harvest | June 19 | Jun 19 – Aug 21 |
Growing Tips for Northwest Territories
Succession sow every 2-3 weeks. Provide afternoon shade in warm weather. Harvest leaves before flowering or allow some plants to go to seed for coriander and self-sowing.
Cilantro in Other States
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Alberta
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- British Columbia
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- Florida
- Georgia
- Hawaii
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Manitoba
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Brunswick
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- Newfoundland and Labrador
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Nova Scotia
- Nunavut
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Ontario
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Prince Edward Island
- Quebec
- Rhode Island
- Saskatchewan
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
- Yukon
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Cilantro in Northwest Territories?
Planting dates for Cilantro in Northwest Territories depend on your USDA zone. Northwest Territories spans zones 2b, 3a. Check the planting calendar above for your specific zone's frost dates and planting windows.
What zone is Northwest Territories for planting?
Northwest Territories contains USDA hardiness zones 2b, 3a. Your specific zone depends on your location within the state — northern and higher-elevation areas are in colder zones, while southern and coastal areas are warmer.