When to plant cilantro in Arkansas
Arkansas spans USDA zones 7a–8b, so the right time to plant cilantro shifts by weeks across the state. The window to sow seed directly outdoors runs from about February 13 in Texarkana to March 15 in Rogers — below are local dates for 39 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Direct sow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Rock | 8a | March 21 | November 10 | February 21 – April 4 |
| Fayetteville | 7a | April 4 | October 31 | March 7 – April 18 |
| Fort Smith | 8a | March 25 | November 6 | February 25 – April 8 |
| Springdale | 7a | April 4 | October 31 | March 7 – April 18 |
| Jonesboro | 7b | March 23 | November 9 | February 23 – April 6 |
| Rogers | 7a | April 12 | October 26 | March 15 – April 26 |
| Conway | 8a | April 2 | November 2 | March 5 – April 16 |
| North Little Rock | 8a | March 21 | November 10 | February 21 – April 4 |
Cilantro in Arkansas: FAQ
When can I plant cilantro in Arkansas?
Across Arkansas, the time to direct-sow cilantro spans roughly February 13 in Texarkana to March 15 in Rogers, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the cilantro planting date vary across Arkansas?
Yes. Arkansas publishes 39 cities with their own frost dates, so the right cilantro planting window shifts by weeks between the warmest and coldest parts of the state — use your city's page for the exact dates.
How long does cilantro take to grow in Arkansas?
Cilantro takes about 45–70 days to reach harvest once planted — check that this fits inside your city's frost-free season on its place page.
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