ZonePlant
Calypso cilantro / coriander

herb variety in zone 8a

Calypso cilantro / coriander in zone 8a

Calypso · Coriandrum sativum

Zone
8a 10°F to 15°F
Growing season
240 days
Days to harvest
40 to 60

The verdict

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About Calypso

Strong cilantro flavor; the slowest-to-bolt variety available. Salsa, garnish, Asian cooking. Best variety for hot summers and continuous picking.

Critical timing for zone 8a

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Common challenges in zone 8a

  • Insufficient chill hours for some apple varieties
  • Pierce's disease in grapes
  • Heat stress on cool-season crops

Modified care for zone 8a

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Calypso in adjacent zones

Other cilantro / coriander varieties for zone 8a

Frequently asked questions

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Will Calypso cilantro / coriander grow in zone 8a?

Yes. Calypso is recommended for USDA zones 4a through 9a, which includes zone 8a.

Image: "A scene of Coriander leaves", by Thamizhpparithi Maari, via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC-BY Source.

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