When to plant Parsley in Zone 10a
In Zone 10a, Parsley: start seeds indoors around Dec 6–Dec 20; transplant outdoors around Jan 17–Jan 31; direct sow outdoors around Jan 17–Feb 14. Expect to harvest around Apr 2–Apr 16.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Start seeds indoors | Dec 6 – Dec 20 |
| Transplant outdoors | Jan 17 – Jan 31 |
| Direct sow outdoors | Jan 17 – Feb 14 |
| Harvest | Apr 2 – Apr 16 |
| Harvest | Apr 2 – Apr 30 |
Tip: Slow to germinate — soak seed overnight and be patient. Cold-hardy well into fall.
Zone 10a averages a last spring frost around Jan 31 and a first fall frost around Dec 28. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 10a calendar in the tool →