Seed-start answer
Cilantro is usually direct-sown around Jan 6
In ZIP 90012, cilantro is usually direct-sown around Jan 6 instead of started indoors.
Source: los-angeles-civic-center frost station, USDA zone 10b, last updated 2026-06-28. Verify locally before planting high-value crops because microclimates, current weather, and yard exposure can move the safe date.
This uses ZIP 90012, the Los Angeles frost station, and the Jan 20 last-frost estimate.
Seed starting schedule
Cilantro dates for Los Angeles, CA
| Step | Date | How to use it |
|---|---|---|
| Direct Sow | January 6, 2026 | Sow seed outside when the crop and soil can handle the window. |