When to plant Parsley in Zone 1a
In Zone 1a, Parsley: start seeds indoors around Apr 20–May 4; transplant outdoors around Jun 1–Jun 15; direct sow outdoors around Jun 1–Jun 29. Expect to harvest around Aug 15–Aug 29.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Start seeds indoors | Apr 20 – May 4 |
| Transplant outdoors | Jun 1 – Jun 15 |
| Direct sow outdoors | Jun 1 – Jun 29 |
| Harvest | Aug 15 – Aug 29 |
| Harvest | Aug 15 – Sep 12 |
Tip: Slow to germinate — soak seed overnight and be patient. Cold-hardy well into fall.
Zone 1a averages a last spring frost around Jun 15 and a first fall frost around Aug 15. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 1a calendar in the tool →