When to plant cilantro in Hawaii
Hawaii spans USDA zone 12a, so the right time to plant cilantro shifts by weeks across the state. The window to sow seed directly outdoors runs from about December 29 in Kapaa to December 29 in Kapaa — below are local dates for 1 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Direct sow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kapaa | 12a | January 26 | January 24 | December 29 – February 9 |
Cilantro in Hawaii: FAQ
When can I plant cilantro in Hawaii?
Across Hawaii, the time to direct-sow cilantro spans roughly December 29 in Kapaa to December 29 in Kapaa, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the cilantro planting date vary across Hawaii?
Yes. Hawaii publishes 1 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 Hawaii?
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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